THE GRIN VOL. 22, NO. 10 GILA RIVER INDIAN NEWS || www.GRICNEWS.org JUNE 7, 2019 Gila River Indian Community signs historic DCP agreements Roberto A. Jackson while overlooking Lake Mead Gila River Indian News and the Hoover Dam at the Ar- izona-Nevada border. The plan The Gila River Indian Com- addresses the heightened risk of munity joined in the historic sign- severe shortages and falling lev- ing of the Arizona implementa- els at Lake Mead. Under the DCP tion of the Drought Contingency parties, including GRIC, have Plan, or DCP, on May 20 in Boul- agreed to take less water out of der City, Nev., and attended a lat- the Colorado River system when er ceremony as seven states in- there is a shortage declaration cluding Arizona, the Department by the Secretary of the Interior, of the Interior and the Bureau of which would occur if the lev- Reclamation signed the overall els fall below 1,075-feet. GRIC drought contingency plans for the helped formulate the overall im- Upper and Lower Colorado River plementation plan which includes basins. mitigation and additional contri- “We made sure that our wa- butions of water to Lake Mead. ter rights and our water settlement “It’s a historic achievement were going to be protected,” said for the Colorado River and the Gov. Stephen Roe Lewis who rep- 40 million that rely on it,” said resented the Community. Gov. Stephen Roe Lewis (second from the left) signs the Arizona DCP implementation agreements, May 20 in Bureau of Reclamation Commis- Gov. Lewis signed six of the Boulder City, Nev. Also signing and looking on are, from left, CRIT Chairman Dennis Patch, Lisa A. Atkins, CAP Board President, Tom Buschatzke, Director, Arizona Department of Water Resources, Terry Fulp, Regional Direc- seven documents in the Arizona tor for the Lower Colorado River Region of the Bureau of Reclamation, and Mike Hummel, GM and CEO of SRP. DCP implementation agreements Continued on Page 14 Roberto A. Jackson/GRIN

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Back-to-back Inter-Tribal Tournament Champions Gila River Bears with their trophies at Chase field on June 1. Christopher Lomahquahu/GRIN Dbacks recognize Arizona tribes with Native American Recognition Day and tournament

Christopher Lomahquahu tory of Arizona, while promoting Gila River Indian News the game of baseball with youth in tribal communities. Teams who participated in The Inter-Tribal Youth Base- the Inter-Tribal Youth Baseball ball & Softball Tournament was & Softball tournament, were hon- in full-swing, as teams from tribal ored on field, during the pre-game communities all over the South- festivities. west played ball in four separate Miss Gila River Tyler Owens divisions. threw out the first pitch, sending it The tournament is sponsored over home plate, while the post- by the Arizona Diamondbacks ing of the colors was presented Newly elected and re-elected Community Council representatives following their swearing-in ceremony at the Baseball organization and takes by the Pee Posh Veterans Associ- June 5 Regular Monthly Meeting. From left, Charles Goldtooth, District 6 Representative, Franklin Pablo Sr., Dis- place across four locations over ation. Tyler said, “I get to throw trict 5 Representative, Delmar Jones, District 4 Representative, Avery White, District 3 Representative, Carol A. Schurz, District 2 Representative, and Devin Redbird, District 7 Representative. Kyle Knox/GRIN four days May 29-June1. out the first pitch today, I was ner- To cap off the on-field action, vous and I didn’t want to throw teams and their families were out a groundball.” Musician Ga- Gila River O’otham Vets host Veterans Pow Wow briel Ayala (Pascua Yaqui) played in full-force at the 2019 Native Kyle Knox at the Rawhide Event Center at many throughout the state of Ar- a rendition of the Star-Spangled American Recognition Day event Gila River Indian News Wild Horse Pass. Over 200 peo- izona. Banner, before a packed ballpark. at Chase Field on June 1. ple gathered to honor the service "Today is a day to honor all Jr. Miss Gila River Susan- The Gila River O'otham Vet- The Native American Recog- of veterans in attendance and our fallen veterans from back to erans Association celebrated the nition Day is an annual event to remember those who passed. Continued on Page 12 completion of their 1st Annual recognize the diverse tribal his- This event was nine years in the Veterans Day Pow Wow May 25 Continued on Page 13 making and was well attended by

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GRHC.ORG Thank You for all your contributions to Gila River Health Care Joan Lazore, FNP

A friend and longtime provider for the Gila River Indian Community, Joan Lazore, FNP, has retired. We fondly wish Joan a heartfelt farewell and thank her for providing years of dedicated, compassionate care to patients and for her goodwill toward fellow Gila River Health Care employees.

Gila River Health Care is pleased to announce Dr. Anthony Santiago as the new Chief Medical Officer Dr. Santiago is board certified in Psychiatry and Neurology with over 20 years experience in clinical leadership. Most recently, Dr. Santiago was the Chief Medical Officer at San Carlos Apache Healthcare. LIFE CENTER DIABETES, ENDOCRINOLOGYDr. & WELLNESSSantiago resides in Scottsdale, with his wife of 20 years, They enjoy hiking and the performing arts. Please join us in welcoming Dr. Santiago to Gila River Health Care and supporting him in his role as CMO.

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What Is an Endocrinologist? Some don’t see patients. They may work in universities or medical schools, where they teach medical students and residents or do Endocrinologists are doctors who specialize in glands and the research. hormones they make. They deal with metabolism, or all the biochemical processes that make your body work, including how your body changes food into energy and how it grows. When to See an Endocrinologist for Diabetes: Your regular doctor can treat diabetes, but they might refer you to They may work with adults or kids. When they specialize in treating an endocrinologist when: children, they’re called pediatric endocrinologists. • You’re brand new to diabetes and need to learn how to manage it. • Your doctor recommends specialized care for your diabetes. What Do Endocrinologists Do? They cover a lot of ground, diagnosing and treating conditions that • You take a lot of shots or use an insulin pump. affect your: • Your diabetes has gotten tough to manage, or your treatment isn’t • Adrenals, glands that sit on top of your kidneys and help to control working. things like your blood pressure, metabolism, stress response, and sex • You have complications from diabetes. hormones. • Bone metabolism, like osteoporosis You can always ask to go to an endocrinologist, too, even though • Cholesterol your doctor doesn’t suggest it first. When you see one, you’ll still need to visit your primary doctor as well. They’ll work together. • Hypothalamus, the part of your brain that controls body temperature, hunger, and thirst Send your questions to: [email protected] • Pancreas, which makes insulin and other substances for digestion • Parathyroids, small glands in your neck that control the calcium in your blood Until then, practice self-care - take Care of #1! • Pituitary, a pea-sized gland at the base of your brain that keeps your - Dr. Roopa, Your GRHC Endocrinologist! hormones balanced • Reproductive glands (gonads): ovaries in women, testes in men • Thyroid, a butterfly-shaped gland in your neck that controls your metabolism, energy, and brain growth and development

Gila River Indian Community CRISIS HOTLINE: 1-800-259-3449 June 7, 2019 Gila River Indian News Page 3 Annual Elders Day Conference keeps growing with larger attendance Emma Hughes Gila River Indian News The Community Services Department and the Elderly Ser- vices Program presented the 3rd Annual Elders Day Conference, held on Friday, May 24 at the Sheraton Grand at Wild Horse Pass. Governor The goal for the conference Stephen Roe Lewis is to provide education, aware- Lt. Governor ness, and prevention with elders Robert Stone in the Community. Regina An- tone-Smith, Deputy Director of Community Council Community Services Department Representatives says the conference originally District 1 started out as place for elders to Arzie Hogg Joey Whitman receive information. “We were able to all come together and ex- District 2 press concerns of what we wanted Carol Schurz to find out,” said Antone-Smith. District 3 The first Elders Conference Avery White brought in 200 elders but those Rodney Jackson numbers have since grown with District 4 400 elders registered this year. Elders participate in health-related activities at the Elders Day Conference on May 24. Emma Hughes/GRIN Jennifer Allison Volunteers and caretakers attend Pamela Johnson Delmar Jones to help and participate as well. Monica Antone The conference began with a breakfast as elders heard remarks District 5 Janice Stewart from Lt. Gov. Robert Stone, Miss Marlin Dixon Gila River and Jr. Miss Gila River Franklin Pablo, Sr. before breaking into workshops. Thomas White Plenty of informational booths District 6 were available. During lunch, Anthony Villareal, Sr. Gov. Stephen Roe Lewis shared Terrance B. Evans Charles Goldtooth remarks before a performance by Cody Blackbird, award-winning District 7 Native American flutist. Devin Redbird Robert Keller, Tribal Treasurer Mary Weston is the Elderly Shannon White, Services Program Coordinator Community Council Secretary and this is her second time coor- dinating the event. “We didn’t of- Gila River Indian News fer it last year, we skipped a year June M. Shorthair [email protected] so we can change it to be held in Director of CPAO spring,” said Weston about the (520) 562-9851 conference previously being held Roberto A. Jackson in the fall which is when Elders [email protected] Day is presented. “We didn’t Managing Editor (520) 562-9719 want to do them too close.” Christopher Lomahquahu “Empowering Elders through [email protected] Mind, Body and Spirit” was the Elders visit the many informational booths at the Elders Day Conference at the Sheraton Grand at Wild Horse Pass. Community Newsperson theme this year, focusing on over- Emma Hughes/GRIN (520) 562-9718 all health and wellbeing. ed workshops. Workshop topics information that we need. It I hadn’t seen for years.” Emma Hughes [email protected] Programs such as Banner included education on healthy was really helpful,” said Helen Ramirez is retired from work Community Newsperson Alzheimer’s Institute, Tribal nutrition, exercise, brain health, Ramirez from District 2 about and usually just stays home but (520) 562-9852 Health Department, Huhugam traditional songs, life planning, the workshops provided for the says she enjoys going out to the Kyle Knox Heritage Center, Arizona Attor- scams and identity theft. event. “You get to see all the el- different elder events. [email protected] Community Newsperson ney General’s Office, and Tribal “I would have liked to go ders from different districts, your (520) 562-9717 Recreation & Wellness provid- to all of them. There’s a lot of old friends, old school mates that Gina Goodman [email protected] GRIN Secretary II (520) 562-9715 Write to: Editor, GRIN P.O. 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Box 459 Sacaton, AZ 85147 (520)562-9715 www.gricnews.org Material published in the Gila River Indian News may not be reproduced in any form without consent from the Gila River Indian Community Page 4 Gila River Indian News June 7, 2019 Officer Timothy Chavez named Chief of Police of Gila River Police Department reached this level in the de- partment. In his acceptance address, he recognized his predecessors and field training officers for sup- porting his development. Chavez attributes his ca- reer longevity to taking on various roles within the de- partment, which included serving as a ranger, school resource officer, and lead for the Explorer Program. Chief Chavez (right) presents the Officer of the Year award to As part of the event Officer Diana De La Rosa (left). Kyle Knox/GRIN numerous other officers good strong leader," Gov. pressed, “a strong sense received accolades includ- Lewis stated in his remarks that we have a police de- ing; Officer of the Year, Di- about Chief Chavez. Gov. partment that is unified, ana De La Rosa; Heroism Lewis recognized Chavez’s with good energy and will Award, Officers Manuel 18-year tenure with the continue to keep the com- Duarte, Sandy Brown, and New Chief of Police Timothy Chavez (center) is joined by Lt. Gov. Robert Stone (left) and Gov. Todd Hull; Supervisor of Stephen Roe Lewis (right). Kyle Knox/GRIN department and valued the munity safe." numerous roles he held He knows that the de- the Year, Sergeant Timothy Kyle Knox othy Chavez, was officially er Police Department staff, during that time. Lewis partment supports Officer Sherwood; Communica- Gila River Indian News installed as the Chief of Po- and the pinning ceremony shared his confidence in the Chavez, and he is also con- tions Employee of the Year, lice at the GRPD's Award was carried out by Gov. chief of police and looked fident that Chavez will do Teresa Villescaz; and Mer- After three months Ceremony May 30 at the Stephen Roe Lewis and Lt. forward to his future in the good in this new role. itorious Conduct Award, serving as Interim Chief of District 3 Headstart Center. Gov. Robert Stone. department. Officer Chavez was Mr. George M. Pablo Jr, Police for Gila River Police The ceremony was hosted "No organization can Department (GRPD), Tim- Lt. Gov. Stone ex- deeply honored to have and Mr. Hetecliila Brave- and organized by Gila Riv- be successful without a heart. Students have fun with science and technology at STEM-Robotics competition

Emma Hughes Gila River Indian News Sacaton Middle School Science Teacher and found- er of the school’s Robot- ics STEM Club, JoEllen Kinnamon plays a big part in coordinating the Com- munity’s Robotics Com- petition which was held at St. Peter’s Indian Mission School on Saturday, May 11. Over the past several years, robotics clubs in the Community have grown in popularity, with SMS, Blackwater Communi- ty School, Gila Crossing Community School, and St. Peter Indian Mission School all hosting their Students, parents, and sponsors of the robotics camp pose with Lt. Gov. Robert Stone (center), JoeEllen Kinnamon (right). Emma Hughes/GRIN own clubs. with qualifying events. In youth robotics programs 1st Laura Joaquin 1st Lydia Norris Course 8th/9th grade Kinnamon, who helped the mazing category, stu- and encourage Community EV3 (Mechanical Drone Field Obstacle 1st Gracie Mark organize the event and has dents attempted to navigate students to enter STEM, Arm) 7th Grade Course 8th/9th grade 2nd Aaron Montes been active in the Com- their robot vehicle through robotics, and engineering 1st Sky Pratt 1st Gracie Mark Drone Field Obstacle munity’s robotics scene, a series of twists and turns fields. 2nd Brocc Pasqual & 2nd Aaron Montes Course High School & Ari- said the STEM-Robotics where teams and individ- “I’m glad to come out Jesus Mangunia 3rd Gerald VanHaden- zona Obstacle Course Competition was held to uals had to calculate the to these events like this, EV3 Sensor & EV3 berg 1st Quency Randall bring all the Community’s angles at which their ro- especially for the kids,” Mechanical 8th grade Arizona Obstacle schools together. bot must turn. Also in this said Lt. Gov Stone. “It’s Previous years the year’s competition was the just great to see the kids in- competition was held at drone field obstacle course. volved in technology.” GRIC member is Miss Indian UO Sacaton Middle School but Honeywell and In- Winners has been working to switch tel have been sponsors EV3 Speed Racer or rotate locations. for STEM-Robotics to Sensor & EV3 Mechanical The competition began support the Community’s Arm 6th Grade

Michaela Begay (center), Community member, District 6, was crowned as the very first Miss Student calculates EV3 through maze. Emma Hughes/GRIN Indian UO at the University of Oregon in May. Photo courtesy Amber Simpson June 7, 2019 Gila River Indian News Page 5

ment and Gila River Police law enforcement was noti- Officers responded to in- fied and Gila River Police Gila River Police Department Incident Logs vestigate the incident. officers responded to inves- Gila River Police De- to the vehicle rolled down. longing to the victim while Aggravated Assault Status: Under investi- tigate the incident. partment reserves the right When the victim returned at Wild Horse Pass Casino – The suspect and victim gation. Status: Subjects were to restrict the release of cer- the wallet was gone. Law after the victim dropped it. were involved in a verbal cited and released for Fel- tain reports which may not enforcement was notified The suspect then left the dispute which escalated District Seven: ony Shoplifting. be available or are current- and Gila River Police Of- premises without returning into a physical altercation. No Incidents Regard- Shoplifting - Sus- ly under investigation. ficers responded to investi- the property. Casino securi- During the altercation the ing Part 1 Crime. pect(s) entered the Tommy Incident Log April 21, gate the incident. ty notified law enforcement suspect pulled out a large Hilfiger store, concealed 2019 – April 27, 2019 Status: Under investi- and Gila River Police Offi- pocket knife and struck the Incident Log April 28, merchandise, and left the Gila River Police offi- gation. cers responded to investi- victim. Law enforcement 2019 – May 04, 2019 premises without paying cers responded to 740 calls gate the incident. was notified and Gila River Gila River Police offi- for the items. Law enforce- for service and made 37 ar- District Four: Status: Under investi- Police Officers responded cers responded to 675 calls ment was notified and Gila rests. (Stotonic Area) gation. to investigate the incident. for service and made 34 ar- River Police officers re- District One: Aggravated Assault Theft – Suspect(s) at- Due to the severity of the rests. sponded to investigate the No Incidents Regard- – The suspect and victim tempted to shoplift two victim’s injuries he was District One: incident. ing Part 1 Crime. engaged in a physical con- Tommy Hilfiger Polo’s in- transported by Gila River Theft - Suspect(s) un- Status: Under investi- frontation. During the al- side the Tommy Hilfiger Emergency Medical Ser- lawfully removed the left gation. District Two: tercation the suspect struck store by concealing mer- vices to a local trauma hos- rear tire and floor jack from Theft – Suspect(s) No Incidents Regard- the victim with a baseball chandise. The suspect(s) pital for medical treatment. the victim’s vehicle and res- stole the victim’s cellular ing Part 1 Crime. bat, about his face. Law en- realized store employees Status: The suspect idence. Law enforcement phone while he attended forcement was notified and were monitoring their ac- was arrested. was notified and Gila River the phoenix lights concert. District Three: Gila River Police Officers tions and returned the Police officers responded to Law enforcement was no- Aggravated Assault responded to investigate items. They then fled the District Six: investigate the incident. tified and Gila River Police – Suspect(s) assaulted the the incident. The suspect area prior to police arrival. Aggravated Assault Status: Under investi- officers responded to inves- victim by striking him sev- fled prior to police arrival Store employees notified - The suspect and victim gation. tigate the incident. eral times with their hands and the victim denied any law enforcement and Gila were involved in a domes- Status: Under investi- and feet. The suspect(s) involvement. River Police Officers re- tic verbal dispute which es- District Two: gation. then used a taser several Status: Under investi- sponded to investigate the calated into a physical alter- No Incidents Regard- Theft – Suspect(s) times on the victim. Law gation. incident. cation. The suspect stabbed ing Part 1 Crime. stole the victim’s wallet enforcement was notified Status: Under investi- the victim and then fled the after she dropped it at the and Gila River Police Of- (Lone Butte / WHP gation. area. Law enforcement was District Three: Lone Butte Smoke Shop. ficers responded to inves- Area) Theft – The suspect notified by hospital staff of No Incidents Regard- The suspect later unsuc- tigate the incident. The Theft – The suspect took the victim’s cell phone the incident. Gila River Po- ing Part 1 Crime. cessfully attempted to use victim sustained minor in- stole the victim’s wallet and while at the Lone Butte lice Officers responded to the victim’s credit card at juries and refused medical concealed it in her purse Casino after the victim left investigate the incident. District Four: a gas station. Law enforce- treatment. while at the Wild Horse the phone on top of a slot Status: Charges are be- (Stotonic Area) ment was notified and Gila Status: Under investi- Pass Casino. Law enforce- machine. The suspect left ing long formed to the pros- No Incidents Regard- River Police officers re- gation. ment was notified and Gila the property prior to police ecutor’s office for review. ing Part 1 Crime. sponded to investigate the Theft – Suspect(s) River Police Officers re- arrival. Casino security no- Shoplifting – The sus- (Lone Butte / WHP incident. entered the victim’s un- sponded to investigate the tified law enforcement and pect entered the Komat- Area) Status: Under investi- secured vehicle and stole incident. Gila River Police Officers ke Market and committed Shoplifting – Sus- gation. the victim’s wallet before Status: Charges will responded to investigate shoplifting by grabbing pect(s) entered the Polo Theft - Suspect(s) stole fleeing the area. The victim be forwarded to Maricopa the incident. three bags of chips and Ralph Lauren store, con- a Motorola E5 Play Grey advised she returned home County Attorney’s Office Status: Under investi- 2 pop tarts that were dis- cealed merchandise, and in color cell phone that be- and walked inside the res- for review. gation. played for sale and ran out left the premises without longed to the victim while idence, but left the driver Theft – The suspect of the store. Store employ- paying for the items. The at Wild Horse [pass Casino. door open and the windows picked up the wallet be- District Five: ees notified law enforce- subjects were apprehended, Law enforcement was no- tified by security and Gila River Police officers re- Complete guide at www.grbc.tv/schedule G R B C T V G U I D E *Schedule may be subject to change. sponded to investigate the Sign up for your free account at www.grbc.tv and watch GRBC TV anywhere, anytime! incident. Sunday 6/9 Monday 6/10 Tuesday 6/11 Wednesday 6/12 Thursday 6/13 Friday 6/14 Saturday 6/15 Status: Under investi- Native Planet - The Creator's Game A Ambassadors of the MCT 2019-ESSAY Journey of Hope Fighting for the Soul of Lost Bones: In Search 12:00pm gation. Manitoba Native Lacrosse team Sky P rotecting the WINNERS, ELDERS & S ome of the youth's Native America of Sitting Bull's Grave Defending ways of faces issues travelling night sky for the health of VETERAN OF THE YEAR needs, dreams and hopes Forging Bonds: Cali 12:30pm life. and competing. humans and wildlife. and prayers . Pow Wow Stories District Five: Storytellers In Motion Ravens and Eagles Samaqan Water Stories Ravens and Eagles Samaqan Water Stories Ravens and Eagles Florence Benedict 1:00pm Aggravated Assault – Tantoo Cardinal Defining Haida Art Akwesasne Part 1 Akwesasne Part 1 Spruce Root Weaver Akwesasne Mohawk Behind The Brush Vitality Gardening Vitality Gardening Vitality Gardening Vitality Gardening Vitality Gardening Elder The suspect and victim, the 1:30pm suspect’s girlfriend, were Wassaja Working It Out Working It Out Working It Out Working It Out Working It Out MCT 2019- ESSAY 2:00pm involved in a verbal domes- Native Media Together Together Together Together Together WINNERS GRTV NEWS WEEKLY & GRTV NEWS WEEKLY & GRTV NEWS WEEKLY & GRTV NEWS WEEKLY & GRTV NEWS WEEKLY & GRTV NEWS WEEKLY & GRTV NEWS WEEKLY & tic altercation that escalated 2:30pm GRIC EVENTS GRIC EVENTS GRIC EVENTS GRIC EVENTS GRIC EVENTS GRIC EVENTS GRIC EVENTS and became physical. The When I Hear Thunder Native Planet - Indian Pride On Native Ground: The New Zealanders - Storytellers In Motion MCT 2019-ELDERS & 3:00pm suspect punched the vic- The tradition of Manitoba Indian Education Youth Report Passion on the Plains VET OF THE YEAR tim in the nose, causing it boxing intact on Defending ways of Aboriginal Adventures Common Ground On Native Ground: Children of the Desert 3:30pm reservations across life. Scallop Farming Metal Sculpting Youth Report to bleed. As the altercation Arizona. First Talk First Talk First Talk First Talk First Talk The New Zealanders - progressed, the suspect 4:00pm Life on the Crater Rim charged at the victim and Silent Thunder Behind The Brush People of the Pines Making Regalia People of the Pines Native Report Penguin farmers, rubber 4:30pm her brother, with a kitchen Native Resistance Straight Dress, cont'd. Assimilation burning botanist. MCT 2019-ESSAY Ambassadors of the Defending the Fire A Journey of Hope Fighting for the Soul of Lost Bones: In Search Indigenous Focus knife. The suspect fled the 5:00pm WINNERS, ELDERS & Sky Protecting the night complex look at the truth S ome of the youth's Native America of Sitting Bull's Grave Spirit of Line & Color scene prior to the arrival of VETERAN OF THE YEAR sky for the health of through decades of needs, dreams and hopes Forging Bonds: Cali Osiyo, Voices of the 5:30pm police and was not located. humans and wildlife. stereotypes and and prayers . Pow Wow Stories Cherokee i ti Law enforcement was noti- Native Voice TV Democracy Now! Democracy Now! Democracy Now! Democracy Now! Democracy Now! Wapos Bay 6:00pm Democracy Now! is a Democracy Now! is a Democracy Now! is a Democracy Now! is a Democracy Now! is a Raiders of Lost Art fied and Gila River Police The Medicine Line national, daily, national, daily, national, daily, national, daily, national, daily, Wild Archaeology 6:30pm officers responded to inves- Space independent, award- independent, award- independent, award- independent, award- independent, award- Little John tigate the incident. Aboriginal Adventures Dabiyiyuu The New Creative Osiyo, Voices of the Wassaja Sharing Circle Hit The Ice 7:00pm Ancient Artifacts - Sled Maker India Cherokee People Madame Vice Pres Aboriginal Awards This Is Your Team Status: Charges have GRTV NEWS WEEKLY & GRTV NEWS WEEKLY & GRTV NEWS WEEKLY & GRTV NEWS WEEKLY & GRTV NEWS WEEKLY & GRTV NEWS WEEKLY & GRTV NEWS WEEKLY & been forwarded to the Pros- 7:30pm GRIC EVENTS GRIC EVENTS GRIC EVENTS GRIC EVENTS GRIC EVENTS GRIC EVENTS GRIC EVENTS ecutor’s office for review. Native Shorts Wild Archaeology Urban Native Girl The Medicine Line Native Shorts The Aux Mixed Blessings 8:00pm Goodnight Irene Little John Head-Dressed Space Goodnight Irene Compilation of music Pow Wow The Aux Indians and Aliens Hit The Ice Indigenous Focus Studio 49 videos featuring diverse Kvcarts District Six: 8:30pm talents of Native & World Compilation of music Matthew Mukash This Is Your Team Spirit of Line& Color Pj Vegas Eyerie Theft – Suspect(s) Indigenous cultures videos featuring diverse The Child of the Aztec: Pyramids of Dakota 38 "...We're Defenders of Life The Ball Each The Tundra Book stole the victim’s bicycle 9:00pm talents of Native & World Sahara Culture War Part 1 of 2. A doing it to According to custom, a cultural celebrates the A rare glimpse into a Indigenous cultures. from the bicycle rack on shock and a jealous look at the rise and fall of ourselves...selling 70 year-old shaman lays beauty and history of community Wapos Bay: Long 9:30pm brother soon lead him to the Aztec empire. drugs...killing our own his claim to the girl, who traditional games in determined to the Vee Quiva casino. Law Goodbyes people. That's what this is only 12 and already question whether he's contrasting societies . preserve it's ancient enforcement was notified Talon and Raven learn made the right choice. Aztec: Pyramids of ride is about, is healing." pregnant. The Wayana Indians 10:00pm cultures and their family will have to War Conclusion. Continuing to live in a by security and Gila River move away from Wapos What is now Mexico but traditional way, but traditions. Behind the Blue Veil Unshackled Box 25/Caja 25 Police officers responded to 10:30pm Bay. was destroyed in a series undergo the pressures of The crisis in the Sahara The majestic beauty and B ased on letters written of battles with Spanish. modern life. investigate the incident. Rising and exposes the Trudell Native Activist balance of our Earth in 1963 that are part of a Gringo Favelado 2018 RIVER OF 11:00pm government corruption Mother that is rapidly Status: Under investi- Voices/Hothaninpi and poet, fuses his historical legacy that Residents who share why, LIGHTS PARADE- and neglect. being harmed and today does not belong to gation. radical politics with despite varying threats, Christmas in Toyland descrated by the human 11:30pm music, writing and art. Panama. they stand by their District Seven: hand. communities. No Incidents Regard- O: 520.796.8848 Like our page on Facebook/GilaRiverTV for even more local content! [email protected] ing Part 1 Crime. Page 6 Gila River Indian News June 7, 2019 Department of Public Works Annual Water Quality Report 2018 This report is a snapshot of your amounts of some contaminants. including synthetic and volatile water quality. Included are details The presence of contaminants organic chemicals, which are about where your water comes does not necessarily indicate that by-products of industrial process- from, what it contains, and how it water poses a health risk. More es and petroleum production, and compares to standards set by reg- information about contaminants can also come from gas stations, ulatory agencies. We are commit- and potential health effects can urban stormwater runoff, and ted to providing you with informa- be obtained by calling the Envi- septic systems; and radioactive tion because informed customers ronmental Protection Agency’s contaminants, which can be nat- are our best allies. Safe Drinking Water Hotline (800– urally occurring or be the result of DO I NEED TO TAKE SPECIAL 426–4791). oil and gas production and mining PRECAUTIONS? The sources of drinking water activities. Some people may be more vulner- (both tap water and bottled wa- In order to ensure that tap water able to contaminants in drinking ter) include rivers, lakes, streams, is safe to drink, EPA prescribes water than the general population. ponds, reservoirs, springs, and regulations that limit the amount Immuno-compromised persons wells. As water travels over the of certain contaminants in water such as persons with cancer un- surface of the land or through provided by public water systems. dergoing chemotherapy, persons the ground, it dissolves naturally Food and Drug Administration who have undergone organ trans- occurring minerals and, in some (FDA) regulations establish limits plants, people with HIV/AIDS or cases, radioactive material, and for contaminants in bottled water other immune system disorders, can pick up substances resulting which must provide the same pro- some elderly, and infants can from the presence of animals or tection for public health. be particularly at risk from infec- from human activity including: WATER QUALITY TABLE tions. These people should seek microbial contaminants, such as The table below lists all of the advice about drinking water from viruses and bacteria, that may drinking water contaminants de- their health care providers. The come from sewage treatment tected during the calendar year Environmental Protection Agency plants, septic systems, agricul- of this report. The presence of (EPA) and Centers for Disease tural livestock operations, and contaminants in the water does Control (CDC) guidelines on ap- wildlife; inorganic contaminants, not necessarily indicate that the propriate means to lessen the risk such as salts and metals, which water poses a health risk. Unless of infection by Cryptosporidium can be naturally occurring or re- otherwise noted, the data pre- and other microbial contaminants sult from urban stormwater runoff, sented in this table is from test- are available from the Safe Water industrial, or domestic wastewater ing done in the calendar year of Drinking Hotline (800-426-4791). discharges, oil and gas produc- the report. The EPA or the State WHY ARE THERE CONTAMI- tion, mining, or farming; pesti- requires monitoring for certain NANTS IN MY DRINKING WA- cides and herbicides, which may contaminants less than once per TER? come from a variety of sources year because the concentrations Drinking water, including bottled such as agriculture, urban storm- of these contaminants do not water, may reasonably be ex- water runoff, and residential uses; change frequently. pected to contain at least small organic chemical contaminants,

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ST JUNE 28 31 ANNUAL JUNE 29 2019 SomethingA’AGA to be told or talked about Settlement houses opened By Billy Allen their doors to the down Cook Memorial and out; to the newly-ar- Church, the historical edi- rived; provided social ser- fice in our community that vices, and pushed for social was destroyed in April, change. While in Chicago, anchored many O’otham Cook’s interest in Native and Piipaash adapting to a America was sparked when changing world. We know he read a letter about the its loss was lamentable. At need for religious and ed- times Cook’s ministry met ucational work among the some resistance. What do O’otham. we know of that man who With no personal or wore some many hats- church funds to ease his US veteran, teacher, store travel, Cook began a trek GILA RIVER keeper, surveyor, musician, –walking—to Arizona. He O’otham speaker? set out on September 1870 YOUTH CONFERENCE Charles Koch was and arrived at the Pima born in Germany and im- Agency on December 23, • YOUTH COUNCIL ELECTIONS SPEAKERS: 1870. In preparation to migrated to the United • TRADITIONAL SINGING & DANCING States in 1856. He enlisted serve our community, Cook in the United States Calva- learned O’otham from Lou- • 3 ON 3 BASKETBALL ry in 1857. While serving is Morago. Cook opened in New Mexico territory, the first school on February • TOKA TATANKA MEANS TANAYA WINDER 15, 1871. A rock monument Koch received injuries that BAND: PICK-UP KING plagued him for the rest of west of present-day Sac- aton, alongside the Casa his life. When discharged, ALL PARTICIPANTS MUST REGISTER ULTRASTAR Blanca Highway, marks MULTI-TAINMENT Koch “Americanized” his BEFORE DEADLINE OF JUNE 7, 2019. CENTER name to Cook. Back in the location of the school. AT Those children/a’al schol- AK-CHIN CIRCLE New York, he joined the IF PARTICIPANTS ARE TAKING THE BUS, THEY MUST ars spoke English with a New York Light Artillery SIGN UP AT THEIR LOCAL SERVICE CENTER. in 1864, reaching corporal German accent, echoing rank. In New York, a Pres- Cook’s pronunciations. byterian minister’s teach- (Ja, I sure know that!) He as a target unless the store left, feeling they had prov- O’otham and Piipaash a lifetime of injuries were ings so moved Cook that wrote, "Some thirty-five was reopened on Sundays. en their point. Once he took came under the influence beginning to take their toll he vowed to devote him- scholars and some chiefs Mr. Cook replied if the a’al on a picnic and a group of the Board of Home on Reverend Cook and re- self to Christianity. When and parents were present; store was opened, O’otham of O’otham horsemen de- Missions of the Presbyte- alized he needed help. Dirk his enlistment was up in the children behaved well would have to buy things cided to scare Cook. They rian Church. (Earlier the Lay arrived to assist Rever- 1865, Cook moved to Chi- on the whole and showed to make opening the store galloped towards him, and government had assigned end Cook and intended to cago. Chicago had a need some aptness to learn.” In worthwhile. Upon hear- at the last moment, turned religious denominations stay for one year but wound for change: crowded slums, September, 1878, Cook re- ing this, the O’otham left their horses to avoid run- to work among the Indian up here/i:ya much longer. a burgeoning immigrant signed from the school to because they knew it was ning into him. When one tribes.) Mr. Cook became His story will be continued population, factory work- devote more time to mis- best not to anger the man of the instigators, who an ordained Presbyterian next. er exploitation, a huge gap sionary work. He worked at who would be buying their happened to be blind, was minister on April 8, 1881. Information was tak- between the rich and poor. Charles T. Hayden’s store wheat crop later. Anoth- told how Cook stood his Reverend Cook want- en from A History of the (Maybe not so different to at Gila Buttes. As noted, er Vah ki group wanted to ground, he converted to ed an improved economy Presbyterian Work Among modern day Chicago?) Mr. there was some resistance. eliminate Cook, and when Christianity. for O’otham and Piipaash. the Pima and Papago Indi- Cook was put in charge of Cook closed the store on they arrived and saw the In 1880, Cook was At the time, he wanted ans of Arizona by John M. the Halstead Street Mis- Sundays to hold religious family kneeling in prayer, hired as a surveyor and boys to learn about cattle Hamilton. sion, one of many “settle- services. But a group of they thought the family interpreter to assist the and horse raising, modern ment houses” in Chicago. O’otham threatened to tie was afraid. The O’otham government in laying new farming, become engineers, Cook to a tree to use him irrigation ditches. The run businesses. However GRIC highlights environmental programs at conference Topics covered was River Police Department doing important work. into college to take engi- on the feral horse popula- Tribal Rangers, who pro- A special symposium neering and science courses tion survey and mitigation, tect the boundaries of the took place on women in is lower, than males. Bald Eagle Nest Watchers Community against outside natural resources careers. To add, racial dispari- program, invasive species intruders, who use the lands Many of the panelists, who ties, also contribute to the removal projects and ef- for criminal activities. hold leadership positions lower statistic in groups forts to create fire breaks to Amy Leuders, Region- with U.S. Forest Service, of females, such as Native prevent wildfires. al Director, U.S. Fish and U.S. Fish & Wildlife and women. Fort said, from the Gov. Stephen Roe Wildlife Service said, “We tribal environmental agen- data available from females Lewis said, “It’s an honor run through the day at a cies, shared their experi- in college, Native women to be before all of you that fast pace, but we take the ences of being a female are less than represented in Gov. Stephen Roe Lewis (left) speaks at the Native American are protecting your land, time to recognize people professional, in wildlife science fields. Fish & Wildlife Society National Conference. Christopher Lo- mahquahu/GRIN for the animals, for the nat- for their important contri- management. She said there is a phe- ural resources that are im- butions at times like this.” Jessica Fort, Wild- nomenon that leads to gen- Christopher Lomahquahu women to go into fields portant to your traditional She recognized the life Biologist, Navajo Na- der bias, which affects con- Gila River Indian News related to wildlife and the teachings.” White Mountain Apache tion Department of Fish fidence and how it impacts environment. In addition, Lewis said tribes like Tribe Sensitive Species and Wildlife moderated their self-worth. To that The Gila River Indian it also lets them know, they Community hosted a con- the Community, are going and Mexican Grey Wolf the panel. She said “From end, the panel encouraged have a place in a profes- through historical times, program for their work to several recent studies, we the audience of aspiring fe- ference on wildlife conser- sion, where males make-up vation and stewardship at with the signing of wa- protect and preserve the know that girls and boys do male wildlife professionals a majority of the workforce. ter agreements, like the wildlife under their area of not do different in their con- to advocate for change in the Wild Horse Pass Hotel As the host site for the & Casino on May 20-23. Drought Contingency Plan, responsibility. fidence in STEM (Science, the profession, and change conference, the Department which preserves GRIC’s “They have been an Technology, Engineering the culture of gender bias in The three-day conference of Environmental Quality was developed around this water rights. He said the amazing partner in terms of and Mathematics.)” the field. presented a Natural Re- Gila River is an important the recovery of species like Fort added, that fe- Leuders said the best year’s theme, Native Wom- source Management Tribal en: Through the hands of part of the Community’s re- the Mexican Grey Wolf on male students from K-12 way to start is, to create a showcase. The presentation sources and for the wildlife their reservation,” said performed just as well as culture where people can our grandmothers, mothers, was led by Russell Benford, and daughters. that lives off of the river. Leuders. She said the pro- male students, but at some be held accountable and ap- Environmental Program Onto another matter, gram brings professional- point, their interest and proachable, so women have Based around the con- Manager, who covered the ference’s theme, many of Lewis said DEQ works ism and dedication to their confidence shifts. She said an opportunity to express various aspects of wildlife hand-in-hand with the Gila purpose, because they are the rates of women entering their concerns. the workshops, encouraged management within DEQ. Page 8 Gila River Indian News June 7, 2019 District 6 Recreation Memorial Day celebration includes a walk/run and special presentations

Gov. Lewis (background) addresses the attendees at the Learning Center in District 6. Roberto A. Jackson/GRIN

“I’m glad everybody came together to have this opportunity to honor our veterans and our fallen warriors,” said Gov. Lewis. Miss Gila River Ty- ler Owens’ cousin, the late Army Cpl. Billy Farris, was among the fallen soldiers included in Anderson’s pre- Runners, veterans and specials guests at the Memorial Day Walk/Run on June 1 in District 6. Roberto A. Jackson/GRIN sentation. She had a special Gary Anderson, veteran. Ro- berto A. Jackson/GRIN message for the families of Roberto A. Jackson erans and families were derson give a two-part pre- “[District 6] Recre- those currently serving in Gila River Indian News still eager to participate in sentation on the Gila River ation had seen it and asked Perez, U.S. Army veteran, the military. the healthy activity, which Indian Community’s mili- me to speak at their Memo- who participated in the run. “I think it’s import- District 6 Recreation started at the Komatke tary history and the Com- rial Day,” said Anderson. Gov. Lewis also com- ant that we continue to re- did their part in remem- Market and ended at the munity members killed in With 22-years of ser- mented on the importance member those families that bering those who lost their District 6 Learning Center. action since WWI. vice in the U.S. Army, of Anderson’s research. made that sacrifice as well lives while serving in the With addresses by Anderson has been re- Anderson’s talk includ- “Our young children and we pray for those who military with a Memorial Miss Gila River Tyler searching GRIC veterans ed slides of GRIC fallen should know this,” said are currently in service that Day Walk/Run on June 1. Owens, Jr. Miss Susanna and showing his presenta- soldiers with their date of Gov. Lewis. their families never have to The event was postponed Osife, and Gov. Stephen tion in the Community. The death, circumstances and Gov. Lewis said the face losing a loved one,” from the previously sched- Roe Lewis, the twenty-plus June 1 walk/run was ideal any awards. information displayed the said Owens. uled date, but Community participants also listened to for Anderson to show his “I’m glad he’s bring- Community’s bravery and members including vet- District 3 veteran Gary An- research. ing it forward,” said Albert valor. Gov. Stephen Roe Lewis Addresses Arizona’s American Indian History of Education Kyle Knox Arizona State University's Arizona. Many of the first- endured with the on-com- Pee Posh language and a their students better." Gila River Indian News Downtown Phoenix Cam- year teachers will teach at ing Western expansion of STEAM (Science, Tech- With an understanding Gov. Stephen Roe pus. The setting was during Native community schools, America. Speaking specif- nology, Arts, and Math) of the educational land- Lewis served on a panel to a training on May 29 for so it was imperative to ically about the Gila River program exclusive to our scape and history, the teach- ensure future educators in Teach for America's new learn about its history with Indian community, he out- community. This version ers will better grasp how Arizona learn about its edu- teacher cohort. The 3-day education. lined everything from the of STEAM will include an each school differs from the cational history and practic- training was for 75 first- During the panel, Gov. boarding school era to the emphasis on agriculture next. Also, through Gov. es in Native communities at year teachers who are to be Lewis acknowledged trau- damning of the Gila River and hydrology sciences to Lewis’ statement, he made placed in schools all across mas that all Native peoples and the effects on the Com- ensure the land and wa- sure students understood munity. Lewis stated that, ter are healthy for years to that, "No matter the case "Tribes in Arizona have come. oppressed people always only gotten the right to take Katie Hooten, Exec- persevere." over our education systems utive Director for Teach This panel also includ- beginning in the 1970s." for America Phoenix, ex- ed Arizona House Repre- Lewis continued to pressed how moved she sentative for District 23 highlight that because was at a previous address Reginald Bolding, ASU Native communities now Gov. Lewis delivered. She Professor Dr. Christine possess those rights, new wanted to ensure that fu- Marin, and Mayor of the developments like the ture teachers learned about Town of Guadalupe Valerie Gila Crossing Community the history of Arizona from Molina. The training was School are possible. This a Native perspective. Hoo- the first of many for the new new school will feature a ten stated, "the goal of the cohort of teachers. This sort curriculum that is unique panel is deepen their edu- of training is for orientation to the community, includ- cational context of Arizona, purposes as many are from ing Akimel O’otham and so they are poised to serve out of state.

Educational Equity Panel from left to right: Reggie Bolding, Arizona House Rep. District 23, Dr. Christine Marin, ASU Professor, GRIC Gov. Stephen Roe Lewis, and Valerie Molina, Mayor of the Town of Guadalupe. Kyle Knox/GRIN June 7, 2019 Gila River Indian News Page 9 Native Health introduces new medical and behavioral health facility Christopher Lomahquahu have the highest population his support of the Native Gila River Indian News in the state and they are our community in Mesa, but A local health organi- constituents. He said from also throughout the Val- zation opens the doors to WIC, behavioral health ley. Lewis said there are a new location that will and family practices clinic many issues at hand, such serve individuals and fam- are exactly what the city’s as missing and murdered ilies living in the East Val- constituents need in a cen- indigenous women, which ley. Native Health, a local tralized location. takes a team effort on a lo- health service provider, Congressmen Greg cal and federal level to push opened the doors to a new Stanton, was also present to the forefront. facility, during an open to support the opening of “We always pride our- house ceremony on May the new facility, along with selves in being good part- 29. Gov. Stephen Roe Lewis, ners and helping where Native Health, pro- who said it will improve we can, as the old saying vides culturally-centered the lives of Native people, goes, ‘a rising tide, lifts all wellness assistance to the who will pass through Na- boats,’ because this is all American Indian popula- tive Health’s doors. about partnerships coming tion across the Valley. As “I really appreci- together on so many levels part of their comprehen- ate all that Native Health to make things happen,” sive list of services, Native does throughout the Valley said Lewis. Health opened a new med- and now for the people of Antone said the ser- ical and behavioral health Mesa,” said Stanton. He vices provided by Native facility in Mesa. said everything that you Health are very important, State Representative Greg Stanton, speaks at the Native Health open house ceremony on May Native Health CEO do for Native health and because they have resourc- 29. Christopher Lomahquahu/GRIN man. Walter Murillo, said the the urban American Indi- es for mothers, those who “It’s an excellent place new facility is just one of an Community, meets the do not have access to the to go, not only our mem- the growing list of health needs of those living in our things they need, like ed- bers that live here, but for resources to better serve urban communities, who’s ucation on how to care for others that are nearby,” said the American Indian popu- residents add to the diverse them and provide supplies, Stone, “As part of our part- lation for a variety of health fabric of places like Mesa such as baby formula for nerships with other entities, needs. and Phoenix. their children. like the cities, it’s about go- He said the new health Gov. Stephen Roe “As a mother, I think ing out there, not specifical- facility will continue to Lewis, Lt. Gov. Robert it’s very important and ly in a political sense, but expand the availability of Stone, Council Representa- they need to know how to supporting each other what services to meet the needs tives Monica Antone, Joey take care of their newborn groups like Native Health of the Native population in Whitman were present to babies and how to prepare need.” Mesa. tour the facility and chime- for when they become tod- Murillo presented City of Mesa May- in on the importance of ser- dlers,” said Antone. Lewis and Community rep- or John Giles, who said vice it will bring to the East Whitman said it’s im- resentatives with a plaque, Mesa has one of the largest Valley. portant for the urban mem- as a sign of appreciation for American Indian popula- “We have a number bers to reach out to places Community leadership receive an appreciation plaque for the financial contributions GRIC’s support of Native Health. Christopher Lomahquahu/ tions of the Phoenix met- of Community members like Native Health, who are brought through the state GRIN ropolitan area. He said the living in the urban setting ready to help. “If we have shared gaming revenue Southern Avenue location here, that will lead to a Community members liv- agreement. is a much-needed addition tremendous outcome, all ing nearby, they can come to serve Mesa’s Native res- the services that are very here and know [they] can idents. critical to treating the Na- do something to help with “Mesa, Arizona is a tive population here,” said their health needs or even Native American Commu- Lewis. getting access to food for nity, in this zip code, we He thanked Giles, for their families,” said Whit- Call 811 Before you dig! Gila River Indian Community celebrates the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision to deny certiorari in the Carter v. Sweeney Indian Child Welfare Act attack Communications & Public involving the Community plaintiffs’ requests. Affairs Office and Navajo Nation’s chil- Plaintiffs filed a peti- Gila River Indian dren. The district court tion for a writ of certiorari Community dismissed the case for lack in January 2019 and today On May 28, the U.S. of Article III standing be- the U.S. Supreme Court de- Supreme Court helped cause the plaintiffs failed clined to consider the Ninth protect the Indian Child to allege any facts demon- Circuit’s decision. Welfare Act (“ICWA”) by strating that their injuries For 40 years, ICWA denying the anti-ICWA were traceable to ICWA or has successfully protected Goldwater Institute’s peti- that the ICWA actually ap- the best interests of Native one simple call to 811 gets underground utility-owned lines marked for free. tion for a writ of certiorari plied to the foster/adoptive American children, and is Whether you’re a homeowner or professional excavator, every in Carter v. Sweeney. The parents and Indian children viewed by national child digging job requires a call — even small projects — so be sure to: Gila River Indian Com- serving as plaintiffs. advocacy organizations as • Call 811 at least two working days before starting any digging munity celebrates the U.S. When Goldwater ap- critical for ensuring that project Supreme Court’s decision. pealed the decision to the children and families re- • Wait for the site to be marked Governor Stephen Roe Ninth Circuit, the Com- ceive the services they de- Lewis expressed the views munity achieved a victo- serve. ICWA provides im- • Respect the marks of the Community stat- ry when the Ninth Circuit portant protections for all • Dig with care ing, “The Community has agreed that Article III pre- tribes in child welfare pro- worked hard to defend our vented adjudication of the ceedings involving Indian children, uphold ICWA, merits because the case had children and continues to be not calling can be life threatening and costly. and fend off these an- since become moot since challenged by anti-ICWA You can harm yourself or others, disrupt natural gas service to an entire ti-ICWA groups. The U.S. the adoption proceedings interests in state and feder- neighborhood, and potentially be responsible for injuries, repair costs, and Supreme Court’s decision at issue had been finalized. al courts across the United criminal penalties. to deny certiorari is a win After losing on appeal, States. According to Gov- Natural gas lines can be buried anywhere. If you ever suspect a natural gas for all of Indian Country.” plaintiffs then filed a peti- ernor Lewis, “The Com- leak, call 911 and Southwest Gas at 877-860-6020 immediately, whether This case began in tion for rehearing en banc munity will continue to do you’re our customer or not. 2015 with a constitutional and requested a stay of the what is necessary to protect challenge by plaintiffs rep- Ninth Circuit’s “mandate” the Community’s children For more information about natural gas safety, visit resented by the Goldwa- pending the filing of a pe- and support its federal and ter Institute in an attempt tition for a writ of certiorari tribal partners who work swgas.com/safety to strike down ICWA and in the U.S. Supreme Court. tirelessly to uphold defend or call 877-860-6020 attack membership laws The Ninth Circuit denied ICWA.” and child custody policies Page 10 Gila River Indian News June 7, 2019

HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATION Anna Renee Gonzales, Central Arizona College Abrielle M. Tagert, Imagine Prep Coolidge Guadalupe Perkins, Coolidge High School Jason Williams, Central Arizona College Anaiya Enos, Imagine Prep Coolidge Jairo Brown, Coolidge High School Mandy Webb, Central Arizona College Demario C. Goclanney, Imagine Prep Coolidge Lorenza Aleman, Coolidge High School Dino Trevino Jr., Arcadia High School Jacob Acuna, Imagine Prep Coolidge Matthew Jackson, Coolidge High School Alissa Fabela, AZ Compass Prep Nicholas Preskitt, Imagine Prep Coolidge Mercedes Madrid, Coolidge High School Brianna Palma, AZ Compass Prep Zachary Quimayousie, Imagine Prep Coolidge Miranda Enos, Coolidge High School David Antone, AZ Compass Prep Derek White Jr, Lawrence High School Nicolas Sanchez, Coolidge High School Gabriel Lewis, AZ Compass Prep Morgan Micheal, Mesa High School Percephanie Moreno, Coolidge High School Haily Johns, AZ Compass Prep Gabriel Rodriquez, Moon Valley High School Ruth Kisto, Coolidge High School Jalen McMahon, AZ Compass Prep Azalya Honyumptewa, Nizhoni Axcellerated Academy Serena Bojorquez, Coolidge High School Johnhenry Gonzales, AZ Compass Prep Christianna Garcia, Northshore Senior High Sierra Jackson, Coolidge High School Sky Terrazas, AZ Compass Prep Destiny Acevedo, Performing Art ay DigoRivera Learning Complex Skyy Juan, Coolidge High School Travis Thomas Jr, AZ Prep Kanta Garcia, Pinnicle High School Alejandro Lewis, Desert Winds Learning Center Gila Crossing Community School Celebrates 8th Grade Promotion in Big Way Shedrick Nez, Beech High School Laticia Johns, PPEP Tech Alicia Zarco, Desert Winds Learning Center this year as many were Gov. Stephen Roe Lewis Angelina J. Macias, Bishop Amat Memorial H.S. Kyle Ray Lewis, Salt River High School Amelia Terry, Desert Winds Learning Center left standing. Regardless and Community Coun- Riley Piepenbrink, Campo Verde High School Rosalynn Rico, Tollsen Union High School Ashley Charles, Desert Winds Learning Center Amy Lewis, Canyon Del Oro Breyanna Mix, Basha High School Cecelia Mix, Desert Winds Learning Center the ceremony went off cil Representative Evans Daisha Medina, Career Success High Khaley Talayumptewa, Basha High School Dayna-Lee Gomez, Desert Winds Learning Center without any issues and were in attendance as Malayna Hernandez, Carl Hayden High School Albert Acunia, Betty H. Fairfax High School Emily Makil, Desert Winds Learning Center had a good showing of well as the entire Gila Doian Harrison, Ceder Grove High School Daniel Miles, Betty H. Fairfax High School Hector Barrios Jr., Desert Winds Learning Center community leadership. Crossing School Board. Doian Harrison, Central High School Efrin Narcia, Betty H. Fairfax High School Irene Decora, Desert Winds Learning Center Esperanza Gonzales, Central New Mexico Ja-Quelle Johnson, Betty H. Fairfax High School Ismael Mejia, Desert Winds Learning Center Adam Cardona, Cesar Chavez High School Jessica Rios, Betty H. Fairfax High School Jeremiah Lewis, Desert Winds Learning Center Aiyana Hill, Cesar Chavez High School Masak Abay Knight, Betty H. Fairfax High School Loren Whitson, Desert Winds Learning Center Congratulations Areonna Antone, Cesar Chavez High School Mercer Lewis, Betty H. Fairfax High School McKaylyn Williams, Desert Winds Learning Center Cassianna Manuel, Cesar Chavez High School Quentin Kyyitan, Betty H. Fairfax High School Sadie Brown, Desert Winds Learning Center Simeon Williams, Chawnakee Academy Charter Taylor Middaugh, Betty H. Fairfax High School Sandra Pablo, Desert Winds Learning Center Aaron Nacho, Compadre Academy Tristan Hutchinson, Betty H. Fairfax High School Tyler Namoki, Desert Winds Learning Center Destiny Sanderson, Corona Del Sol High School Alaya Antone, Coolidge Alternative Program Zackery Lyons, Desert Winds Learning Center Makayla Racine, Crown Pointe Central School Dedric Osife, Coolidge Alternative Program Loren Manuel, Ft. Wingate High School Kaitlin Holbrook, Desert Edge High School Dylan Notah, Coolidge Alternative Program Anthony Porter, Hamilton High School Marilily Yellowman-Lewis, Desert Vista High School Jonathan Harris, Coolidge Alternative Program Cain Ortiz, Hamilton High School Steven Nasewytewa, Desert Vista High School Robert Gonzales, Coolidge Alternative Program Valedictorian Samuel Dillon and sister at the Gila Christopher Garcia, Hamilton High School Crossing promotion on May 21. Courtesy of Dr. Taylor Rebecca Villacort, Dobson High School Seriah Madrid, Coolidge Alternative Program Damion Antone, Hamilton High School Miranda Preskitt, Graduation Solutions Xabia Blaine, Coolidge Alternative Program Jones Williams, Hamilton High School Kyle Knox year. Ericka Pablo-Urias, Sequoyah High School Andres Testa, Casa Grande Union High School Nicholas Tapia, Hamilton High School Gila River Indian News The principal of Alexander White, Skyline Gila River D5 Chase Carmen, Casa Grande Union High School Paige Kyyitan, Hamilton High School Gila Crossing, Dr. Brian Alicia Penunuri, Skyline Gila River D5 Dennis Martinez, Casa Grande Union High School Reese Jay, Hamilton High School As the school year Taylor, said, “the facility Allen June II, Skyline Gila River D5 Jacob Ortega, Casa Grande Union High School Xavier Lucero, Hamilton High School closes for all, Gila Cross- was impressive, and the Annalissia Mills, Skyline Gila River D5 Jose Canez Jr., Casa Grande Union High School Jayden Pahona, Marcos de Niza High School ing Community School graduates were equally Cassidy Cook, Skyline Gila River D5 Josephine Cisneros, Casa Grande Union High School Marlena Whitehair, Marcos de Niza High School celebrated its eighth- impressive, they were Ariana Manuel and Alison Miguel (center) with their certif- Francisco Castro, Skyline Gila River D5 Keyahra Murray, Casa Grande Union High School Mayra Francisco, McClintock High School grade promotion cere- dressed appropriately and icates. Courtesy of Dr. Taylor Greggory Burnette, Skyline Gila River D5 Alejandra Castro, Chandler High School Mercedes Ruiz, Mountain Pointe High School Alexis Castro, Chandler High School mony May 21. Despite carried themselves well Hope Nish, Skyline Gila River D5 Trevor McCandless, Perry High School Micah Case, Skyline Gila River D5 Cody Mendoza, Chandler High School Carlos Houston, Riverside Indian School the logistic challenges with good behavior.” of their original location, ing Salutatorian, Azarri- Business Institute con- Nicholas White, Skyline Gila River D5 Jorge Barron Jr., Chandler High School Christianah Lopez, Riverside Indian School This past school year was ona Harvey, and Vale- ference, hosted in Mich- Patricia Hernandez, Skyline Gila River D5 Destiny Peters, Chemawa Indian School Rose Manuel, Sherman Indian School the school secured an ex- Dr. Taylor’s first, and the Felicia M. Loya, Skyline High School Ethan Williams, Chemawa Indian School Hailey Jones, Sherman Indian School cellent new site at one of dictorian, Samuel Dillon. igan this month. closeness of the commu- Maya Lewis received The ceremony’s Seaniece Miguel, Skyline Prep Faith Johns, Chemawa Indian School Omari Rogers, Tempe High School the conference rooms at Isis Gall, Tech High School Kobe Milda, Chemawa Indian School Aries Williams, Vista Grande High School nity moved him. He saw the Brandon G. Enos location was made pos- the Vee Quiva Hotel and this closeness throughout Alyna Hart, Hastings High School Sunny Pratt, Chemawa Indian School Dakoda Lemaster, Vista Grande High School Casino’s Event Center. Educational Foundation sible through an agree- Angelique Hernandez, Humanities & Sciences Allen Mix, Coolidge High School Hastings Skyler, Vista Grande High School the school year and again scholarship, which pro- ment facilitated by Gila The ceremony honored at the ceremony with a Andrew Thomas, Coolidge High School Sarah June, Vista Grande High School the Class of 2019 of 54 vides school supplies Crossing Board Member large number of family for her when she begins Angie Flores. The new eighth-grade students members in attendance. that will most likely high school. Also, Maya setting was beyond ini- There were honors Carolyn K. Thompson, District 3, Master of Business Ad- transition to either Cesar Lewis and David Tash- tial expectations, but or- and accolades presented quinth were accepted ganizers underestimated ministration, University of Arizona, Eller College of Man- HIGHER EDUCATION GRADUATES Chavez or Betty Fairfax at the ceremony includ- agement. Courtesy of Carolyn K. Thompson High Schools next school to the Native American the attendance amount Alyssa Torres Carrington College, Certificate Alyssa Wilkes Mesa Community College, AS Alicia Olivarez Carrington College, Certificate Colette Torres Phoenix College, AS Alyssa Pancott Carrington College, Certificate Gemini Valenzula Phoenix College, AS Dayleen Thomas Carrington College, Certificate Jennifer Thomas Phoenix College, AS Alyssa Scoffer Carrington College, Certificate Elgin Rodriguez Glendale Community College, AS Sacaton Middle School presents the class of 2019 at eighth grade promotion Mercedes Pablo Carrington College, Certificate Patrick White Glendale Community College, AS Krystal Cassa Carrington College, Certificate Davisdon Manygoats Central Arizona College, AS Roberto A. Jackson be responsible, and fair, ganized an initiative to Katherine Peter Carrington College, Certificate Roberto Gutierrez Central Arizona College, AS Gila River Indian News as well as embrace any change the dress code. Rosemary Wickey Carrington College, Certificate Daniel Marrietta Phoenix College, AS leadership opportuni- They presented to the Daniel Dobbs RSI, Certificate Thomas Cortez College of the Desert, Associates The eighth-grade ties.” governing board and Sa- Charles Cassa The Refrigeration School, Certificate Yvonne Garcia Scottsdale CommunityAssociates Roman Rodriguez UTI, Associates class from Sacaton Mid- The eighth-grade caton schools will now Roland Histia The Refrigeration School, Certificate Joseph Hill UTI, Certificate Celeste Apkaw Arizona State University, Bachelors dle School spent one fi- promotion was attend- offer two more colors for Adrianna Rodriquez Brookline College Alyse Marrietta Arizona State University, Bachelors nal night surrounded by ed by the Sacaton Ele- the students. Dylan Anselmo UC Berkley College Amanda Mitchell Arizona State University, Bachelors their classmates before mentary School District “That was all initiat- Monica Begay University of Phoenix College Cassandra Pena Arizona State University, Bachelors their official promotion Governing Board, Gov. ed by the kids,” said Dr. Joseph Hill UTI Ceaser Romero Arizona State University, Bachelors to high school on May Stephen Roe Lewis, Paul. Ellayna Polingyowma Aveda, Certificate Darius Jackson Arizona State University, Bachelors 22. High school and col- Lt. Gov. Robert Stone, The focus stayed Marrilyn Galvan Chandler-Gilbert Community College, AA Dominique Lopez Arizona State University, Bachelors lege awaits the class of Tribal Education Direc- on the students as they Alfonszina Sunn South Mountain Community College, AA Nataly Jimenez Arizona State University, Bachelors Rayna Yazzie Arizona State University, Bachelors 2019, but a gym filled tor Isaac Salcido and enjoyed their last mo- Angelina Lewis Northland Pioneer College, AA Anna Blackwater South Mountain Community College, AA Theron Johns Arizona State University, Bachelors with supporters celebrat- Chemawa Ambassador ments at Sacaton Middle Claydene Miguel Chandler-Gilbert Community College, AA Darcy Racine Champlain College, Bachelors ed their final act as Sac- Sunny Pratt, from Che- School. Ines Hernandez Chandler-Gilbert Community College, AA Maureen Lugo Grand Canyon University, Bachelors aton Braves before they mawa Indian School and “This is your day,” Rudy Mix Chandler-Gilbert Community College, AA Gustina McCandless Grand Canyon University, Bachelors leap to the next level of former Sacaton Middle said Lt. Gov. Robert Ryssa Keeto Chandler-Gilbert Community College, AA Johnny Rodriquez Northern Arizona University, Bachelors their education. School student. Stone. Salina Williams Chandler-Gilbert Community College, AA Raquel Romero Northern Arizona University, Bachelors Dr. Cherryl Paul “I think this is one Lt. Gov. Stone also Destiera Miller Estrella Mountain Community College, AAEE Chelsea Miles Ottawa University, Bachelors The outgoing eighth-grade class looks on during the promotion ceremony on May 22 Christina Soriano Ottawa University, Bachelors called this close-knit of the most outstanding told the students that the at Sacaton Middle School. Roberto A. Jackson/GRIN Kristopher Dosela Estrella Mountain Community College, AAS class of over 50 students classes we’ve ever had, Community believes in Teresa Riley South Mountain Community College, AAS Heather MedicineBear University of Hawaii, Bachelors Trina Sundust-Garcia South Mountain Community College, AAS Christine Lopez Arizona State University, Masters “united,” and addressed for a number of different them and to look ahead your life going forward,” Foundation scholarships. who gave a farewell ad- Erica Dawahoya Gateway Community College, AAS Mikhail Sundust Arizona State University, Masters them directly in her wel- reasons,” said Gov. Ste- to more accomplish- said Lt. Gov. Stone. Gerald VanHarden- dress. Williams called Dale Enos presented burg and Tiyana Johns this year amazing and Collin Lewis South Mountain Community College, AGS Napoleon Marrietta Arizona State University, Masters come message. phen Roe Lewis. ments. Lila Nunez Chandler-Gilbert Community College, AS Brianna Drury Rockhurst University, Masters Lillian Baptisto and Gra- also spoke on behalf of said the class is ready to “You have learned The basketball team “You know you Amber Mix Chandler-Gilbert Community College, AS Brandon Nourse Southern Methodist University, Masters how to be trustworthy, won a championship and have a bright future, this cie Mark with the Bran- their classmates in addi- take, “a big leap into our Andrew Zelenak-Ruiz South Mountain Community College, AS Christiopher Manuel University of Arizona, Masters treat people with respect, the student body also or- is only a little step of don G. Enos Educational tion to Mathew Williams future.” Clarissa Juan Chandler-Gilbert Community College, AS Shane Lynch University of Kansas, Masters Shanne Villalpando Chandler-Gilbert Community College, AS Alison Anderson University of Oklahoma, Masters Priscilla Terry Mesa Community College, AS Anthony Newkirk Capella University, Ph. D. Judy Enos Grand Canyon University, Doctorate June 7, 2019 Gila River Indian News Page 11

Names Courtesy of Tribal Education Department HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATION Anna Renee Gonzales, Central Arizona College Abrielle M. Tagert, Imagine Prep Coolidge Guadalupe Perkins, Coolidge High School Jason Williams, Central Arizona College Anaiya Enos, Imagine Prep Coolidge Jairo Brown, Coolidge High School Mandy Webb, Central Arizona College Demario C. Goclanney, Imagine Prep Coolidge Lorenza Aleman, Coolidge High School Dino Trevino Jr., Arcadia High School Jacob Acuna, Imagine Prep Coolidge Matthew Jackson, Coolidge High School Alissa Fabela, AZ Compass Prep Nicholas Preskitt, Imagine Prep Coolidge Mercedes Madrid, Coolidge High School Brianna Palma, AZ Compass Prep Zachary Quimayousie, Imagine Prep Coolidge Miranda Enos, Coolidge High School David Antone, AZ Compass Prep Derek White Jr, Lawrence High School Nicolas Sanchez, Coolidge High School Gabriel Lewis, AZ Compass Prep Morgan Micheal, Mesa High School Percephanie Moreno, Coolidge High School Haily Johns, AZ Compass Prep Gabriel Rodriquez, Moon Valley High School Ruth Kisto, Coolidge High School Jalen McMahon, AZ Compass Prep Azalya Honyumptewa, Nizhoni Axcellerated Academy Serena Bojorquez, Coolidge High School Johnhenry Gonzales, AZ Compass Prep Christianna Garcia, Northshore Senior High Sierra Jackson, Coolidge High School Sky Terrazas, AZ Compass Prep Destiny Acevedo, Performing Art ay DigoRivera Learning Complex Skyy Juan, Coolidge High School Travis Thomas Jr, AZ Prep Kanta Garcia, Pinnicle High School Alejandro Lewis, Desert Winds Learning Center Shedrick Nez, Beech High School Laticia Johns, PPEP Tech Alicia Zarco, Desert Winds Learning Center Angelina J. Macias, Bishop Amat Memorial H.S. Kyle Ray Lewis, Salt River High School Amelia Terry, Desert Winds Learning Center Riley Piepenbrink, Campo Verde High School Rosalynn Rico, Tollsen Union High School Ashley Charles, Desert Winds Learning Center Amy Lewis, Canyon Del Oro Breyanna Mix, Basha High School Cecelia Mix, Desert Winds Learning Center Daisha Medina, Career Success High Khaley Talayumptewa, Basha High School Dayna-Lee Gomez, Desert Winds Learning Center Malayna Hernandez, Carl Hayden High School Albert Acunia, Betty H. Fairfax High School Emily Makil, Desert Winds Learning Center Doian Harrison, Ceder Grove High School Daniel Miles, Betty H. Fairfax High School Hector Barrios Jr., Desert Winds Learning Center Doian Harrison, Central High School Efrin Narcia, Betty H. Fairfax High School Irene Decora, Desert Winds Learning Center Esperanza Gonzales, Central New Mexico Ja-Quelle Johnson, Betty H. Fairfax High School Ismael Mejia, Desert Winds Learning Center Adam Cardona, Cesar Chavez High School Jessica Rios, Betty H. Fairfax High School Jeremiah Lewis, Desert Winds Learning Center Aiyana Hill, Cesar Chavez High School Masak Abay Knight, Betty H. Fairfax High School Loren Whitson, Desert Winds Learning Center Areonna Antone, Cesar Chavez High School Mercer Lewis, Betty H. Fairfax High School McKaylyn Williams, Desert Winds Learning Center Cassianna Manuel, Cesar Chavez High School Quentin Kyyitan, Betty H. Fairfax High School Sadie Brown, Desert Winds Learning Center Simeon Williams, Chawnakee Academy Charter Taylor Middaugh, Betty H. Fairfax High School Sandra Pablo, Desert Winds Learning Center Aaron Nacho, Compadre Academy Tristan Hutchinson, Betty H. Fairfax High School Tyler Namoki, Desert Winds Learning Center Destiny Sanderson, Corona Del Sol High School Alaya Antone, Coolidge Alternative Program Zackery Lyons, Desert Winds Learning Center Makayla Racine, Crown Pointe Central School Dedric Osife, Coolidge Alternative Program Loren Manuel, Ft. Wingate High School Kaitlin Holbrook, Desert Edge High School Dylan Notah, Coolidge Alternative Program Anthony Porter, Hamilton High School Marilily Yellowman-Lewis, Desert Vista High School Jonathan Harris, Coolidge Alternative Program Cain Ortiz, Hamilton High School Steven Nasewytewa, Desert Vista High School Robert Gonzales, Coolidge Alternative Program Christopher Garcia, Hamilton High School Rebecca Villacort, Dobson High School Seriah Madrid, Coolidge Alternative Program Damion Antone, Hamilton High School Miranda Preskitt, Graduation Solutions Xabia Blaine, Coolidge Alternative Program Jones Williams, Hamilton High School Ericka Pablo-Urias, Sequoyah High School Andres Testa, Casa Grande Union High School Nicholas Tapia, Hamilton High School Alexander White, Skyline Gila River D5 Chase Carmen, Casa Grande Union High School Paige Kyyitan, Hamilton High School Alicia Penunuri, Skyline Gila River D5 Dennis Martinez, Casa Grande Union High School Reese Jay, Hamilton High School Allen June II, Skyline Gila River D5 Jacob Ortega, Casa Grande Union High School Xavier Lucero, Hamilton High School Annalissia Mills, Skyline Gila River D5 Jose Canez Jr., Casa Grande Union High School Jayden Pahona, Marcos de Niza High School Cassidy Cook, Skyline Gila River D5 Josephine Cisneros, Casa Grande Union High School Marlena Whitehair, Marcos de Niza High School Francisco Castro, Skyline Gila River D5 Keyahra Murray, Casa Grande Union High School Mayra Francisco, McClintock High School Greggory Burnette, Skyline Gila River D5 Alejandra Castro, Chandler High School Mercedes Ruiz, Mountain Pointe High School Hope Nish, Skyline Gila River D5 Alexis Castro, Chandler High School Trevor McCandless, Perry High School Micah Case, Skyline Gila River D5 Cody Mendoza, Chandler High School Carlos Houston, Riverside Indian School Nicholas White, Skyline Gila River D5 Jorge Barron Jr., Chandler High School Christianah Lopez, Riverside Indian School Patricia Hernandez, Skyline Gila River D5 Destiny Peters, Chemawa Indian School Rose Manuel, Sherman Indian School Felicia M. Loya, Skyline High School Ethan Williams, Chemawa Indian School Hailey Jones, Sherman Indian School Seaniece Miguel, Skyline Prep Faith Johns, Chemawa Indian School Omari Rogers, Tempe High School Isis Gall, Tech High School Kobe Milda, Chemawa Indian School Aries Williams, Vista Grande High School Alyna Hart, Hastings High School Sunny Pratt, Chemawa Indian School Dakoda Lemaster, Vista Grande High School Angelique Hernandez, Humanities & Sciences Allen Mix, Coolidge High School Hastings Skyler, Vista Grande High School Andrew Thomas, Coolidge High School Sarah June, Vista Grande High School HIGHER EDUCATION GRADUATES Alyssa Torres Carrington College, Certificate Alyssa Wilkes Mesa Community College, AS Alicia Olivarez Carrington College, Certificate Colette Torres Phoenix College, AS Alyssa Pancott Carrington College, Certificate Gemini Valenzula Phoenix College, AS Dayleen Thomas Carrington College, Certificate Jennifer Thomas Phoenix College, AS Alyssa Scoffer Carrington College, Certificate Elgin Rodriguez Glendale Community College, AS Mercedes Pablo Carrington College, Certificate Patrick White Glendale Community College, AS Krystal Cassa Carrington College, Certificate Davisdon Manygoats Central Arizona College, AS Katherine Peter Carrington College, Certificate Roberto Gutierrez Central Arizona College, AS Rosemary Wickey Carrington College, Certificate Daniel Marrietta Phoenix College, AS Daniel Dobbs RSI, Certificate Thomas Cortez College of the Desert, Associates Charles Cassa The Refrigeration School, Certificate Yvonne Garcia Scottsdale CommunityAssociates Roland Histia The Refrigeration School, Certificate Roman Rodriguez UTI, Associates Joseph Hill UTI, Certificate Celeste Apkaw Arizona State University, Bachelors Adrianna Rodriquez Brookline College Alyse Marrietta Arizona State University, Bachelors Dylan Anselmo UC Berkley College Amanda Mitchell Arizona State University, Bachelors Monica Begay University of Phoenix College Cassandra Pena Arizona State University, Bachelors Joseph Hill UTI Ceaser Romero Arizona State University, Bachelors Ellayna Polingyowma Aveda, Certificate Darius Jackson Arizona State University, Bachelors Marrilyn Galvan Chandler-Gilbert Community College, AA Dominique Lopez Arizona State University, Bachelors Alfonszina Sunn South Mountain Community College, AA Nataly Jimenez Arizona State University, Bachelors Angelina Lewis Northland Pioneer College, AA Rayna Yazzie Arizona State University, Bachelors Anna Blackwater South Mountain Community College, AA Theron Johns Arizona State University, Bachelors Claydene Miguel Chandler-Gilbert Community College, AA Darcy Racine Champlain College, Bachelors Ines Hernandez Chandler-Gilbert Community College, AA Maureen Lugo Grand Canyon University, Bachelors Rudy Mix Chandler-Gilbert Community College, AA Gustina McCandless Grand Canyon University, Bachelors Ryssa Keeto Chandler-Gilbert Community College, AA Johnny Rodriquez Northern Arizona University, Bachelors Salina Williams Chandler-Gilbert Community College, AA Raquel Romero Northern Arizona University, Bachelors Destiera Miller Estrella Mountain Community College, AAEE Chelsea Miles Ottawa University, Bachelors Kristopher Dosela Estrella Mountain Community College, AAS Christina Soriano Ottawa University, Bachelors Teresa Riley South Mountain Community College, AAS Heather MedicineBear University of Hawaii, Bachelors Trina Sundust-Garcia South Mountain Community College, AAS Christine Lopez Arizona State University, Masters Erica Dawahoya Gateway Community College, AAS Mikhail Sundust Arizona State University, Masters Collin Lewis South Mountain Community College, AGS Napoleon Marrietta Arizona State University, Masters Lila Nunez Chandler-Gilbert Community College, AS Brianna Drury Rockhurst University, Masters Amber Mix Chandler-Gilbert Community College, AS Brandon Nourse Southern Methodist University, Masters Andrew Zelenak-Ruiz South Mountain Community College, AS Christiopher Manuel University of Arizona, Masters Clarissa Juan Chandler-Gilbert Community College, AS Shane Lynch University of Kansas, Masters Shanne Villalpando Chandler-Gilbert Community College, AS Alison Anderson University of Oklahoma, Masters Priscilla Terry Mesa Community College, AS Anthony Newkirk Capella University, Ph. D. Judy Enos Grand Canyon University, Doctorate Page 12 Gila River Indian News June 7, 2019

FROM THE FRONT PAGE

na Osife said, “It’s been a ics with our youth.” Outkast, AZ Savages, way, but we are looking good experience for us, to In the Double A divi- C.G. Pirates, Gila River forward to the next one,” see all the royalty here, it sion play, the AZ Savag- Bears (Single A/Triple A), said, C.G. Pirates Coach is so amazing, it’s a new es took top honors, as the Xtreme Heat and Gila Riv- Conrad. experience for me being champs, besting the Chinle er Elite. He said in advance of here.” WindTalkers 12-1. “It’s awesome, these each game and tournament, She said representing Other teams, that led a boys worked hard out there, they get them ready both the Community, is one of successful run in the tour- and it’s a good feeling to mentally and physically, the most important parts nament, were the Horned repeat in this tournament,” but also to get his players of attending events like Frogs, who took home the said Bears Coach Mondo. ready for advanced base- NARD, they allow others championship in the Tri- He said the kids are ready ball leagues they are eligi- to see the culture of the ple A Baseball Division. take on each game and ble to play in when they age Community on display. In Triple A Softball Divi- when they get on the field, out of Single A play. Batting to victory sion play, Yaadilah Sports, they know what to do. Congratulations to The Gila River Bears blanked the SW Natives to On the other side of the all the youth baseball and took home the top spot, capture the championship. bench, “We knew it was go- softball teams, who partic- defending their title in the Eight teams that had ing to be tough coming into ipated in this year’s tourna- Single A Baseball divi- representation from the this competition, but unfor- ment. sion, shutting out the C.G. Community were Team tunately it didn’t come our AZ Savages during the pre-game festivities at Chase Field. Pirates 9-0. Despite com- Christopher Lomahquahu/GRIN ing up short in the tourna- ment, the C.G. Pirates were awarded a second-place trophy for their hard-earned effort. “It was hard fought by both teams, said Gov. Ste- phen Roe Lewis, “They’ve won back-to-back wins for the Bears and they are building a great organiza- tion in District 4.” Lewis said the turnout was great, including eight of the teams being from the Community. About NARD he said, “It goes back to 1998, when we started our great rela- tionship with the Dbacks. We have really have had a lot of Community involve- A base runner from team Outkast slides into third base, during ment with them, one of a match-up against the Yaqui Bombers. Christopher Lomahqua- them through baseball clin- hu/GRIN Teammates from the Gila River Bears revel in their second straight championship before on- field activities at Chase Field on June 1.Christopher Lomahquahu/GRIN

Musician Gabriel Ayala performs the national anthem, while the Pee Posh Veterans Associ- ation presents the colors before the Dbacks game on June 1. Christopher Lomahquahu/GRIN Girls from the Gila River Elite Softball team take to Chase Field during the NARD event on June 1. Christopher Lomahquahu/GRIN

Players from C.G. Pirates wait their turn in the dugout to bat during a game on May 31. Chris- Tribal royalty, including Miss and Jr. Miss Gila River (left-center) at Chase Field. Kyle Knox/ topher Lomahquahu/GRIN GRIN June 7, 2019 Gila River Indian News Page 13 Gila River Skate Parks, Leading Example for Future Skate Parks Kyle Knox Gila River Indian News

A dozen youth skate- boarders from the San Car- los Apache Tribe (SCAT) paid a visit to two District skate parks on May 17. The site visit was for research purposes on behalf of the SCAT Chairman Terry Rambler’s Office. Manuel Johnson from Gov. Stephen Roe Lewis’ office and Reu- Youth skates at the District 3 Skate Park quarter pipe. Kyle ben Ringlero from Seven Knox/GRIN Layer Army welcomed the delegation before setting out on their tour. Seven Layer Army, stressed next two years. The site Along with the youth to the delegation how Gila visit is one of many for the was Cali Stands, Execu- River Indian Community’s group who also went to the tive Assistant to Chairman support is vital to the local District 4 Skate Park. These The youth of San Carlos Apache Tribe with Manuel Johnson, GRIC Executive Office, and GRIC skate community. Ringle- trips are vital for providing Rambler. She was very im- representatives at the District Skate Park on May 17. Kyle Knox/GRIN pressed with what she saw ro also attributes much of critical feedback from the their success and local vis- youth at established skate upon arrival at the District Stands later confirmed that SCAT were thrilled to ride moving between ramps is ibility throughout the state parks throughout the state. 3 Skate Park. “I like the all in attendance agreed for the day as they cheered seamless. Transitions from to the support they receive Their goal is to create an ramada overhead to pro- that the SCAT parks should on their peers as they per- ramps to drops require little for their numerous events. excellent park for their vide shade, the size of the feature shade, concrete, formed various jumps and effort for skaters at the Dis- The San Carlos youth that will also feature ramps, and overall layout,” quarter & half pipe ramps, tricks. Tony Steele, one trict 3 park because of the Apache Tribe is planning to aspects for BMX bikers to said Stands as she watched ledges, rails, and stairs. of the SCAT youth, had a way it’s set up. construct two skate parks in utilize as well. the youth skate the park. All the youth from great time riding because Reuben Ringlero, of their community over the

FROM THE FRONT PAGE our traditional tribal war- by veterans from across the Community and The Toho- riors up to today,” stated Gila River Community. no O'odham Nation. Douglas Juan of the O'oth- The association collabo- Co-Chairman of the am Veterans Association. rated with the US Depart- O'otham Association Cel- Mr. Juan, United States ment of Veterans Affairs to ebration and Officer of the Army Veteran, serves as the host "Stand Down" events Ira H. Hayes Legion Post Chairman for the O'otham throughout the Community. 84 Tony McDaniel, United Veterans Association Cele- These events would serve States Navy, looks forward bration. This celebration is as resource fairs for veter- to the event growing more the association’s first event ans to find new and existing significantly every year. that served as a communi- services available for them. In the coming years, he Ira H. Hayes Post 84 Staff. Douglas Juan, Gila River O’otham Veteran’s Assoc., wrapped Kyle Knox/GRIN in a Pendleton blanket gifted by Gov. Stephen Roe Lewis. Kyle ty-wide Memorial Day cel- Later other tribes would be- hopes to see more dancers Knox/GRIN ebration that took about a come part of these events to but said 30 Gourd Dancers year to prepare. collaborate and support one present is a great sign for a ber of contributions to their for veterans’ family mem- veterans together. The O’otham Veterans another including Salt Riv- first-time event. Lastly, he Honor Table. The Honor bers to place photos to hon- Association formed in 2010 er Pima-Maricopa Indian wants to see a higher num- Table is a communal space or and remember all GRIC

G R B  BOYS & GIRLS CLUB - GILA RIVER KOMATKE BRANCH 5047 W. Pecos Rd., Laveen, AZ 85339 FRIDAY,June 14, 2019 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.

G.E.D./High School/College Graduates PLEASE R.S.V.P. AT THE LINK BELOW: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/GRAD2019_ DEADLINE: MAY 31, 2019 Questions contact the Tribal Education Department at (520) 562-3662 Page 14 Gila River Indian News June 7, 2019 HEADLINES EXECUTIVE OFFICE Stephen Roe Lewis Robert Stone “Puing O Pele Fst” Governor Lt. Governor

Gov. Lewis receives special recognition at water conference Christopher Lomahquahu Agribusiness & Water council. The council is a vis said the Community has Gila River Indian News Council of Arizona, wel- state affiliate of the Nation- been instrumental in the comed the attendees to the al Water Resources Associ- DCP, to get it implemented Water and agricultural conference. ation, that lobbies for water into action. experts convened at a con- He emphasized the municipalities and its affil- The council has re- ference on the current state importance of working to- iates. sponsibility over the West- and future of Arizona agri- gether to create a viable Davis announced the ern region of the United business. The Agribusiness future for agriculture, that addition of awardees to States, advocating for more & Water Council of Arizo- will benefit all Arizonans. honor those who manage attention to water resourc- na hosted its annual meet- Part of the plan for a viable agribusiness and water is- es. Davis said the council ing and water conference at future, Udall said is invit- sues in the state of Arizona, is the state affiliate of the the Salt River Project Para ing everyone to the table to that includes tribal govern- National Water Resources Gov. Lewis received a recognition award for the Community’s Club Pavilion on May 16. discuss how water can be ments. Association and lobbies for efforts in the DCP, presented by Tom Davis. Christopher Lomah- The conference is quahu/GRIN used responsibly and effec- Gov. Stephen Roe water municipalities and meant to address the is- tively for agricultural use. Lewis was present to re- affiliates on agriculture. riculture with the state of and recognize those, who sue of water and food Tom Davis, President ceive a special recognition “The things, that [we] Arizona, we host a roundta- are and influential to help- systems conservation and of AgriBusiness and Water award for his contributions have been involved in this ble in late December.” ing solving our water prob- production during drought Council of Arizona, ex- to the current water issues last year, are in conjunction “Because of the wa- lems, through the Drought conditions. Chris Udall, plained the purpose of the in the state of Arizona. Da- with the department of ag- ter crunch, we want to do Contingency Plan,” said Executive Director for something a little different Davis. ITCA brings together tribes, counties and state for voting strategy session Sambo Dul. ganizations here that tribes working with the [Gov. The first portion of can go to who have offered Doug Ducey’s] office on the session focused on assistance like Arizona solutions,” said Hobbs. strengthening the relation- 1, Clean Elections,” said Gov. Lewis responded ship between tribes and Joyce Lopez, District 6 el- to Hobbs’ news by saying, counties on elections. Mar- der who attended the event. “I want to recommend to icopa, Apache, Pima and Gov. Stephen Roe our fellow tribal leaders Pinal Counties presented Lewis was a featured in Arizona that we write a and were part of panels to speaker and he called vot- letter to Gov. Ducey in re- connect with tribes and ing a “sacred right,” for Na- gards to getting that tribal share information. tive Americans. liaison funding as soon as “We’ve been trying to “This is such an im- possible.” foster good tribal and coun- portant meeting that we’re The work between the ty relationships around having today,” said Lewis. state and tribes on elections voting because when tribes The voting strategy will continue. Hobbs did and counties aren’t commu- session was also a chance offer support to pass a trib- nicating effectively then we to discuss some challenges al consultation policy and run into election protection facing Arizona. Secretary to make helpful changes in problems during early vot- of State Hobbs said hiring a the voter registration form, ing and on-day elections,” tribal liaison was a priority and also for someone to opt Secretary of State (center) Katie Hobbs at the ITCA voting strategy meeting. From left, Sheri said Travis Lane, Inter for her office but accord- out of the option to update Bodmer, Bonnie Lyons, Joyce Lopez, Hobbs, Jackie Thomas, Naomi Bebo, Office of General Tribal Council of Arizona, ing to Hobbs, her budget their driver license address Counsel, Gov. Stephen Roe Lewis. Roberto A. Jackson/GRIN Native Vote Strategy Ses- covered reviews, proce- Assistant Director. request for a tribal liaison when they update their vot- Roberto A. Jackson ITCA is hoping to re- was removed in the budget er registration. Gila River Indian News sion hosted by the Inter dures, panels, and remarks Tribal Council of Arizona from Gov. Stephen Roe solve any early voting or process and is not included “It’s important that we The groundwork for an at the Sheraton Grand at Lewis and a discussion on-day elections issues. Arizona’s recently passed not only protect our tribal effective voting discussion Wild Horse Pass on May with Arizona Secretary Other organizations budget for fiscal year 2020. members’ rights to vote not between Arizona tribes and 31. of State Katie Hobbs and partnered in the session and “The budget process only on the reservations but the counties began at the The all-day agenda Election Services Director to offer support. didn’t play out the way also off the reservation,” “They have a lot of or- we hoped it would. We’re said Gov. Lewis.

FROM THE FRONT PAGE sioner Brenda Burman. Lt. Gov. Robert Stone was also at the ceremonies and acknowledged how all the parties worked together. “The progress was a tough road but here we are Brenda Burman (seated left) and Dr. Tim Petty (seated right) today celebrating some- hold the Colorado River Drought Contingency Plan on May 20. thing for everybody,” said Roberto A. Jackson/GRIN Lt. Gov. Stone. Gov. Lewis. rector, Arizona Department Gov. Lewis called the Also, representing of Water Resources, repre- Community one of the “key GRIC were Barney Enos sented Arizona when the players,” in the agreement Jr., District 1 Communi- federal government and the and said that GRIC will be ty Council Representative states signed the agreement Stakeholders and representatives following the Arizona DCP signing ceremony at the Hoover Alex Stephens/USBR instrumental in future ne- Arzie Hogg, and Javier at the ensuing signing cere- Dam. gotiations. Ramos from the Office of mony, which also included “I want to thank all the the numerous boards, com- al of the plan,” said Bus- “We are going to have General Counsel. Mexico as part of a bi-na- constituents in the southern missions and agencies that chatzke. a seat at the table,” said Tom Buschatzke, Di- tional water scarcity plan. basin states, Mexico, tribes, were integral to the approv- June 7, 2019 Gila River Indian News Page 15 COMMUNITY COUNCIL ACTION SHEETS Courtesy of the Community Council Secretary’s Office • May 15, 2019 ACTION SHEET Indian Community For The Delivery Of Intentionally [Addendum to Agenda] Community Council; P.O. Box 2138; Sacaton, Arizona Created Surplus (G&MSC forwards to Council with 1. 2014 Housing Update 85147; Phone (520) 562-9720; Fax (520) 562-9729 recommendation for approval; NRSC concurs) MOTION MADE AND SECOND TO FORWARD CALL TO ORDER Presenter: Jason Hauter TO THE NEXT GOVERNMENT & MANAGEMENT The Second Regular Monthly Meeting of the Commu- APPROVED STANDING COMMITTEE MEETING nity Council held Wednesday, May 15, 2019, in the 3. A Resolution Approving The Agreement Among The MOTION MADE AND SECOND TO FORWARD TO Community Council Chambers at the Governance Cen- United States Of America, The Arizona Department Of THE LITIGATION TEAM TO ADDRESS ANY LEGAL ter in Sacaton, Arizona was called to order by Governor Water Resources, The Arizona Water Banking Author- ISSUES AND TO MONITOR Stephen R. Lewis at 9:11 a.m. ity, The Central Arizona Water Conservation District, NEW BUSINESS INVOCATION The Gila River Indian Community, City Of Chandler, >1. Gila River Sand & Gravel Independent Audit Provided by Councilman Joey Whitman Town Of Gilbert, City Of Glendale, City Of Mesa, City Report FY-18 (G&MSC forwards to Council under New ROLL CALL Of Phoenix, City Of Scottsdale And City Of Tempe Business for consideration, to be placed on the Regular Sign-in Sheet Circulated For The Mitigation Of Reductions To CAP NIA Priority Agenda; EDSC concurs) Executive Officers Present: Water Under The Drought Contingency Plan (G&MSC Presenters: Bob Gazis, Henry & Horne Governor Stephen R. Lewis forwards to Council with recommendation for approval; ACCEPTED AND APPROVED AT APPROVAL OF Lt. Governor Robert Stone NRSC concurs) AGENDA Council Members Present: Presenter: Jason Hauter *2. Sun Valley Marina Corporation 2014-2017 Audit Re- D1-Joey Whitman, Arzie Hogg; D2-Carol Schurz; D3- APPROVED port (EDSC forwards to Council under New Business, Carolyn Williams (9:22), Rodney Jackson; D4-Monica 4. A Resolution Approving The Intergovernmental G&MSC concurs) Antone, Barney Enos, Jr. (9:20), Jennifer Allison, Agreement Between The Arizona Water Banking Au- Presenters: David White, WHPDA Board Pamela Johnson (9:15); D5- Janice Stewart, Marlin thority And The Gila River Indian Community For The MOTION MADE AND SECOND TO ACCEPT Dixon, Lawrence White, Sr., Thomas White; D6- Antho- Development Of Intentionally Created Surplus Firming 3. Cocaine, Meth & Stimulant Summit November 8 - 10, ny Villareal, Sr., Charles Goldtooth, Terrance Evans; Credits (G&MSC forwards to Council with recommen- 2019 in Miami, Florida (H&SSC Forwards to Council D7-Devin Redbird (10:00) dation for approval; NRSC concurs) Presenter: Jason to open to any Council Member to attend utilizing dues APPROVAL OF A GENDA Hauter and delegations) MOTION MADE AND SECOND TO APPROVE APPROVED Presenters: Committee THE CONSENT AGENDA AS NOTED AND THE >5. A Resolution Authorizing The Gila River Early MOTION MADE AND SECOND TO APPROVE ANY AGENDA AS AMENDED Head Start To Submit A New Non-Competitive Grant INTERESTED COUNCIL MEMBER TO ATTEND PRESENTATIONS/INTRODUCTIONS (Limit to 5-min- Application To The United States Department Of Health 4. Certification of 2019 Community Council Election utes) And Human Services, Administration For Children And Results (LSC forwards to Council for Certification of the REPORTS Families, Office Of Head Start American Indian/Alaska 2018 Community Council Election Results for District 2, 1. Pima Leasing & Financing Corporation 2018 Annual Native Program Branch For The EHS-Child Care Part- 3, 4, 5, 6 & 7) Report nership Grant For Year One Of The Five Year Grant Presenter: Nadine Shelde Presenter: Elizabeth Antone (G&MSC forwards to Council with recommendation for MOTION MADE AND SECOND TO CERTIFY DIS- REPORT HEARD approval, to be placed on the Consent Agenda) TRICT 2 CAROL ANN SCHURZ >2. Four Rivers Indian Legal Services 2nd Quarter Presenter: Isaac Salcido MOTION MADE AND SECOND TO CERTIFY DIS- Report TABLED AT APPROVAL OF AGENDA TRICT 3 AVERY WHITE Presenters: Diana Lopez Jones, Jeffrey Thomas >6. A Resolution Approving The Submission Of Year MOTION MADE AND SECOND TO CERTIFY DIS- ACCEPTED AT APPROVAL OF AGENDA Four Of The Five Year Grant Application To The Amer- TRICT 4 DELMAR JONES >3. Ira H. Hayes American Legion Post 84 2nd Qtr ican Indian Alaska Native Program Branch, Head Start MOTION MADE AND SECOND TO CERTIFY DIS- Expenses Bureau, Department Of Health And Human Services TRICT 5 FRANKLIN PABLO, SR. Presenter: Chesley Juan, Jr. In Order To Provide Renewed Funding For The Head MOTION MADE AND SECOND TO CERTIFY DIS- ACCEPTED AT APPROVAL OF AGENDA Start/Early Head Start Program (G&MSC forwards TRICT 6 CHARLES W. GOLDTOOTH [GOVERNOR STEPHEN R. LEWIS CALLED FOR A to Council with recommendation for approval, to be MOTION MADE AND SECOND TO CERTIFY DIS- 10-MINUTE BREAK. THE MEETING RECONVENED placed on the Consent Agenda) TRICT 7 DEVIN REDBIRD AT 10:47 A.M.] Presenter: Isaac Salcido 5. Community Council Secretary’s Office FY 2020 Bud- MOTION MADE AND SECOND TO ACCEPT TABLED AT APPROVAL OF AGENDA gets (Executive Session) (G&MSC forwards to Council REPORTS #5, #6, AND #7 7. A Resolution Approving A Limited Waiver Of Sov- as information) MOTION MADE AND SECOND TO ENTER EXECU- ereign Immunity For The Purpose Of Any Arbitration Presenter: Shannon White TIVE SESSION Or Other Legal Action To Enforce An Order, Award, Or MOTION MADE AND SECOND TO ACCEPT 4. Gila River Gaming Enterprises, Inc. Monthly Report Relief Arising From An Approved Arbitration Action Pur- >6. The Caring House FY2018 External Audit (Exec- for March 2019 (Executive Session) suant To The Terms Of The Investment Management utive Session) (G&MSC forwards to Council to be ac- Presenters: Kenneth Manuel, Interim Oversight & Agreement To Be Entered Into Between The Invest- cepted, to be placed on the Consent Agenda; H&SSC Planning Committee ment Committee Of The Gila River Indian Community concurs) REPORT HEARD IN EXECUTIVE SESSION And UBS Financial Services, Inc. (G&MSC forwards Presenter: Chris Tyhurst MOTION MADE AND SECOND TO EXIT EXECUTIVE to Council with recommendation for approval, to be ACCEPTED AND APPROVED AT APPROVAL OF SESSION placed on the Consent Agenda) AGENDA 5. Gaming Commission General Report to the Commu- Presenter: Treasurer Robert Keller 7. Housing Plan (Executive Session) (G&MSC forwards nity Council for March 2019 (Executive Session) APPROVED to Council for inclusion in the Housing Work Session Presenters: Dale Enos, Courtney Moyah [ADDENDUM TO AGENDA] under New Business in Executive Session) ACCEPTED 8. A Resolution Authorizing The Gila River Community Presenters: Treasurer Robert Keller, REDW 6. FY19 2nd Quarter Treasurer’s Report (Executive Court To Submit A Grant Application To The United MOTION MADE AND SECOND TO SCHEDULE A Session) States Department Of Justice, Office Of Juvenile SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING Presenter: Treasurer Robert Keller Justice Delinquency Prevention (OJJDP), FY19 Family [ADDENDUM TO AGENDA] ACCEPTED Drug Court Program, FY19 Competitive Grant Solicita- 8. Bureau of Indian Affairs Western Region Office Plan 7. FY 19 Monthly Financial Report ending April 2019 tion to Consolidate Salt River Agency and Pima Agency (Executive Session) Presenter: Ruben Baca Presenter: Casaundra Wallace Presenter: Treasurer Robert Keller APPROVED MOTION MADE AND SECOND TO APPROVE AND ACCEPTED ORDINANCES SEND TO THE WESTERN REGION OFFICE RESOLUTIONS 1. The Gila River Indian Community Council Hereby MINUTES 1. A Resolution Approving The Arizona Lower Basin Amends The Gila River Indian Community Code By En- ANNOUNCEMENTS Drought Contingency Plan Framework Agreement acting The Sovereign Immunity Code To Be Codified As ~ WELL WISHES EXPRESSED TO THE OUT-GOING (G&MSC forwards to Council with recommendation for Title 4, Chapter 2 Of The Gila River Indian Community COUNCIL MEMBERS approval; NRSC concurs) Code (LSC forwards to Council with recommendation ADJOURNMENT Presenter: Jason Hauter for approval; G&MSC concurs) MEETING ADJOURNED AT 12:56 P.M. APPROVED Presenter: Casaundra Wallace * Denotes TABLED from previous meeting(s) 2. A Resolution Approving The Agreement Between APPROVED > Denotes a CONSENT AGENDA ITEM The United States Of America And The Gila River UNFINISHED BUSINESS Page 16 Gila River Indian News June 7, 2019 DPW Annual Water Quality Report 2018 from Page 6

Special Education Statements: from your health care provider. epa.gov/your-drinking-water/ba- Additional Information for Arsenic Additional Information for Lead sic-information-about-lead-drink- While your drinking water meets If present, elevated levels of lead ing-water. the EPA standard for arsenic, it can cause serious health prob- Please feel free to contact the does contain low levels of arsenic. lems, especially for pregnant number provided below for more The EPA standard balances the women and young children. Lead information or for a translated current understanding of arsenic’s in drinking water is primarily from copy of the report if you need it in possible health effects against the materials and components asso- another language. costs of removing arsenic from ciated with service lines and home * Please share this information drinking water. The EPA contin- plumbing. PWS system is respon- with all the other people who drink ues to research the health effects sible for providing high quality this water, especially those who of low levels of arsenic which is a drinking water, but cannot con- may not have received this no- mineral known to cause cancer in trol the variety of materials used tice directly (for example, people humans at high concentrations in plumbing components. When in apartments, nursing homes, and is linked to other health ef- your water has been sitting for schools, and businesses). You fects such as skin damage and several hours, you can minimize can do this by posting this notice circulatory problems. the potential for lead exposure by in a public place or distributing Additional Information for Nitrate flushing your tap for 30 seconds copies by hand or mail. * Nitrate in drinking water at levels to 2 minutes before using water For more information please con- above 10 ppm is a health risk for for drinking or cooking. If you tact: infants of less than six months of are concerned about lead in your Department of Public Works, age. High nitrate levels in drink- water, you may wish to have your Chris Huang, Water/Wastewater ing water can cause blue baby water tested. Information on lead Operations Manager syndrome. Nitrate levels may rise in drinking water, testing methods, PO Box G, 186 S. Skill Center quickly for short periods of time and steps you can take to mini- Road, Sacaton, Arizona, 85147 because of rainfall or agricultural mize exposure is available from Phone: (520) 796-4532 Fax: (520) activity. If you are caring for an the Safe Drinking Water Hotline at 796-4539 infant, you should ask for advice 1-800-426-4791 or at http://www.

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The family of Leslie Pasqual would like Osife Antone Unit 51 Womens Auxil- Edward Miguel, Sr., Gary Mix, Sr., to extend our heartfelt appreciation for iary, Governor Stephen R. Lewis, Dis- Gina Thomas-Enos, Harold Patrick, your kindness and thoughtfulness trict Five Councilman Thomas White, Phil Salazar, Wahleen Riggs for pro- during our time of sorrow. We deep- District Four Councilwoman Jennifer viding extra horses, All horseback ly appreciate your condolences and Allison, Office of the Governor and Lt. riders who participated in the Last prayers. Governor Staff, Gila River Department Ride, Youtsey and Youtsey Farms, Your caring words, presence, and as- of Transportation, Gila River Land Use Kia’s Stop by Convenience Mart, All sistance gives us much comfort and Planning & Zoning, Gila River Chief of our relatives, friends, co-workers, and strength during this difficult time. Police, Tim Chavez, Gila River Police everyone who provided kind words, We would like to thank the Sacaton Department, Honor Guard, and Rang- deeds, and songs we thank you. May First Presbyterian Church and Lower er Division, Districts Two, Three, and God bless you. Santan Chapel for services rendered. Four Service Centers, Gila River Tele- Respectfully submitted by the Pasqual Also, we bestow our appreciation to communications, Inc., Chuck Pablo, Family. the following for their contributions: KOLI Equestrian Center, Lowmans Haskell Osife Antone Post 51, Haskell Funeral Home, Inc., Manuel Havier, Thank You

Dear Chief Administrator Ron Lopez, weeds. Our appreciation goes out to Mr. Ron Our Vah-Ki Cemetery was so over- Our appreciation and gratitude goes Lopez , Officer Ted Cueller, Officer grown with weeds that our family plots out to these two officers and their crew Harold Mendez and the trustee crew, and loved ones graves could hardly of men and women working under the Thank you so much for your help! be seen. We want to thank Officer Ted hot sun, they did an outstanding job of Sincerely, Cuellar and Officer Harold Mendez for getting rid of the ugly weeds. Now we Ike Gonzales & Cecil Lewis offering to bring a crew of trustee pris- can clearly see our loved ones graves oners to help clear out the overgrown and mounds.

CIVIL SUMMONS

IN THE GILA RIVER INDIAN COM- civil action has been filed against you er, even if you do so, your presence MUNITY COURT in the Gila River Indian Community at the STATE OF ARIZONA Court. Answer/Response Hearing is still re- LEILA SHAY MIGUEL YOU shall respond at an ANSWER/ quired. If a written answer or response Petitioner/Plaintiff RESPONSE HEARING regarding this is made, it shall be filed vs. matter on: and served before the date of the URIAH MIGUEL SR. Monday, June 24, 2019 at 9:30 AM in hearing, unless the time is extended Respondent/Defendant Courtroom I, by order of the Court. CASE Number: FM-2019-0037-DV AKIMEL O’OTHAM LODITHA KUD KI, If you fail to appear and defend, judg- CIVIL SUMMONS 721 West Seed Farm Road, Sacaton, ment by default will be entered against TO: URIAH MIGUEL SR. AZ. you for the relief demanded in the YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED, that a YOU may respond in writing. Howev- complaint or petition. June 7, 2019 Gila River Indian News Page 17 FACE program graduates GED class and new “giving shed” opens in Blackwater Emma Hughes ing on is the “uniform giv- done without all the par- Gila River Indian News ing shed” to provide any ents ideas, involvement and student in need of a new hard work in the program. The Blackwater Com- or gently used school uni- Blackwater Commu- munity School’s Fami- form. The shed is now open nity School has continues ly and Child Education and located at the school to celebrate the success of (FACE) program has been and offers other clothing their students and parents. continuing to work on items such as jackets. The A preschool graduation projects as part of a grant shed is also open for any ceremony was held on May they’ve received. donations. 22, at the District 1 multi- With the help of the The school had a rib- purpose building. Striving Readers Compre- bon cutting ceremony for Two of the graduating hensive Literacy program the uniform giving shed on classes preformed a song grant, the FACE program April 29. Lt. Gov. Robert and dance. One, a modern has created self-sustaining Stone was present to cut the song and one a tradition- projects that contribute to ribbon for the new shed at al round dance which was the students and Commu- the school. sung by Barnaby Lewis. nity. To celebrate the suc- Awards and certificates Their “Elderly com- cess of their projects, the were given to the students. plex beautification and FACE program reward- The graduation cere- cleanup” project has been ed the students that have mony also acknowledged very successful with stu- worked hard and participat- GED graduates in the dents and parents cleaning Blackwater Community School FACE Program and Lt. Gov. Stone at the ribbon cutting for the ed in the projects. Students FACE program, who were uniform giving shed. John Fullen/BWCS the yards of the elderly and parents were treated also inducted to the Nation- complex. The students also to a day of pizza and fun al Adult Education Honor painted flower pots and activities at the District 1 Society: Jason Williams, provided their choice of multipurpose building. Kaitlin Jackson, Anna Gon- flower seeds. John Fullen, teach- zales, and Nicholas Antone. Another project that er for the FACE Program the school has been work- says it couldn’t have been

Gov. Lewis with GED FACE program graduates. Emma Hughes/GRIN

Preschoolers are presented in District 1. Emma Hughes/GRIN

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